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This pocket-sized treasure beautifully demonstrates the primitive, geometric minimalism of regional tribal folk art. The miniature bronze sculpture portrays a …
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This pocket-sized treasure beautifully demonstrates the primitive, geometric minimalism of regional tribal folk art. The miniature bronze sculpture portrays a standing female deity or celestial attendant modeled with an elegant, elongated torso and a smooth wrap skirt. Both arms project forward from the body with elbows bent, terminating in simplified, open hands positioned in a receptive ritual gesture.
Despite standing a compact 5 inches tall including its mount, the figure projects an impressive structural presence. The casting focuses heavily on stylized, symmetrical adornments, featuring a structured necklace band and oversized, flared ear ornaments that flank a serene face. Her head is crowned by a multi-tiered, conical headdress that terminates in a distinct, stylized trident or floral finial. The antique bronze is mounted permanently onto a clean, geometric block of dark wood, creating a sophisticated gallery-style contrast that beautifully highlights the primitive lines of the metal. Over decades of handling, the heavy alloy has developed a magnificent, dark oil-rubbed bronze patina with soft gold highlights gracing the high-relief details of the crown and chest. It operates as an exceptionally sophisticated accent piece, bringing an instant layer of global history and elevated gallery styling to a modern modular shelf niche, a layered console tray, or an executive desk grouping.
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- Dimensions
- 1.5ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 5ʺH
- Styles
- Tribal
- Period
- 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Excellent antique condition with magnificent historical character. Excellent antique condition with magnificent historical character. less
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