Late 18th Century Indian Polychrome Carved Wood Figural Sculpture

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A polychromed (multicolor painted) carved wooden sculpture of a seated couple from India, likely dating to the late 18th or … Read more A polychromed (multicolor painted) carved wooden sculpture of a seated couple from India, likely dating to the late 18th or 19th century.

This type of folk art is associated with North India, and similar pieces have been identified as late 18th-century antiques. The style of dress and the overall aesthetic is typical of Rajasthani or other North Indian traditional art. The sculpture is hand-carved from wood and painted with vibrant pigments, showing signs of wear and aging consistent with its antique status. The figures depict a man and a woman in an intimate pose, often identified as a "mithuna" couple. See less