Architectural ornament - 1800-1850 - Temple fragment sculpture - 73 cm

Large antique Indian temple fragment – hand-carved teakwood sculpture with original mount (19th century) on custom-made stand Description For sale is an exceptional and characterful piece of Asian handicraft: An antique Indian temple fragment (architectural wood carving / column or roof support) from the 19th century. The masterfully hand-carved teakwood relief depicts a traditional, graceful figure – presumably a Devi (heavenly deity) or a divine musician – in flowing, detailed clothing and traditional headdress. Features & Condition: Original condition: The sculpture still retains large portions of its original green-blue polychrome paint, which over the decades has formed a fascinating weathered patina. Authenticity: This is a genuine historical fragment that once formed part of the magnificent wooden architecture of a temple or a traditional house (havelis). Nothing has been restored to preserve the raw, historically rich original character. Presentation: The object is stabilized on an elegant, modern metal stand, allowing it to be immediately placed as an exclusive gallery- or decorative piece in any room. Please examine the numerous close-up photos carefully; they are an essential part of the condition description. Technical Details & Dimensions: Origin: India Material: Teakwood, polychromPainted; stand made of metal Era: 19th century (or older) Dimensions with stand: Height: 73 cm | Width: 12 cm | Depth: 21 cm Dimensions without stand: Height: 64 cm | Width: 11 cm | Depth: 17 cm Shipping & Logistics: Shipping is carried out with extreme care and shock-proof packaging. The package is fully insured and shipped via a reliable courier service, and you will receive a tracking number as soon as it is dispatched for seamless tracking.

Estimate:$390.59

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