Rare ritual bronze statuette cast in bronze of the god...

[Sacred Art / India] Rare ritual bronze figurine of the god Vishnu / Lakshmi (Vishnu samabhanga) – Tamil Nadu Style / South India, 19th century Superb and dense ritual figurine in lost-wax bronze caster representing the god Vishnu standing in the rigid balance pose (Samabhanga) on a polyhedral and circular pedestal with lotus petal motifs (padmapitha). Subject & Iconography: The four-armed deity wears the traditional high conical crown (Kiritamukuta). The two upper hands hold the Vishnuite divine attributes: the discus chakra (Chakra) on the right and the conch (Shankha) on the left. The lower right hand makes the gesture of assurance/benediction (Varadamudra or Abhayamudra). It is adorned with necklaces, the sacred cord (Yajnopavita), arm rings, a fine articulated chain added around the neck, and detailed drapery at the back (the siraschakra clearly visible at the back of the head). Technique & Material: Solid and heavy bronze cast in the lost-wax process, hollow base structure at the pedestal level. Magnificent patina of usage: warm chocolate-brown and glossy bronze. Origin / Style: South India (Tamil Nadu / Karnataka), post-Vijayanagara / Nayaka tradition. Period: 19th century. Dimensions & Weight: Height: 14 cm Base width: 4.5 cm Weight: 590 g (piece particularly heavy and dense for its size) Overall condition: Superb state of preservation and finesse of chiseling. Patina & Wear: Remarkable dark and smooth patina achieved through handling and ritual anointing over time (Abhisheka). Presence of its original small dorsal/pectoral chain.

Estimate:$335.79

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