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A stunning devotional masterpiece of traditional lost-wax metalwork, showcasing stylized linear geometry and traces of sacred ritual pigment. This captivating …
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A stunning devotional masterpiece of traditional lost-wax metalwork, showcasing stylized linear geometry and traces of sacred ritual pigment. This captivating antique figurine is an exceptional example of traditional Indian ritual bronzework, hand-cast using the ancestral lost-wax process. The statue depicts a youthful divine attendant, celestial follower, or devotional figure standing in a classic, balanced posture of reverence. The figure features an elegant, elongated torso with a soft, stylized waistline and rounded contours that capture the serene essence of ancient Indian spiritual sculpture. The right arm is raised in a distinctive open-palm Abhaya Mudra style gesture of reassurance and protection, showing a beautifully detailed palm dusted with faint red ritual pigment, while the left arm extends gracefully down the side of the body.
The facial structure is highly expressive and full of character, featuring large, incised almond-shaped eyes, a finely chiseled nose, and a soft, meditative smile. The hair is parted cleanly down the center and pulled back into a sleek, traditional low style, anchored by a delicate bindi or third-eye marking on the forehead. The entire figure stands atop an integrated, beautifully flared lotus-petal pedestal detailed with incised vertical lines and subtle green verdigris accents in the recesses. Over decades of handling and environmental exposure, the heavy brass alloy has developed a rich, variable warm brass and deep umber patina. Genuine traces of vermilion ritual powder remain nestled in the joints and base, lending undeniable authenticity, soul, and historic charm to the piece. It functions as a magnificent standalone conversational art object, bringing an instant layer of global history and character to a contemporary console, a luxury library bookshelf, or a minimalist fireplace mantel.
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- Dimensions
- 5.75ʺW × 4.5ʺD × 11.5ʺH
- Styles
- Minimalist
- Period
- 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Excellent antique condition. The structural casting is heavy, solid, and exceptionally well-balanced. The metal surface exhibits gorgeous, honest age-related wear, … moreExcellent antique condition. The structural casting is heavy, solid, and exceptionally well-balanced. The metal surface exhibits gorgeous, honest age-related wear, minor surface cooling marks from the original sand mold release, and intact remnants of historical ceremonial powders that enhance its collector value. less
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