Standing Lokeshwara , blackstone , 28 x 12 inches. Pala period style, 10th century, 35 kgs

$2,700.00

He is dressed in the trappings of royalty with a crisply carved jeweled collar, belt, and yajnopavita (sacred thread). His serene face with heavy-lidded downcast eyes below gently arched brows and an urna, his full lips forming a subtle smile, his head surmounted by an elaborate crown centered by an image of the Buddha Amitabha. The arched mandorla flanked by two flying apsaras.

Provenance: From the collection of Jean-Marc Andral, acquired between 1996 and 2005 at Galerie Carré des Antiquaires in Versailles, France. A copy of a provenance statement, written and signed by Jean-Marc Andral, dated 31 July 2022, accompanies this lot. Jean-Marc Andral is a Belgian manager based in Brussels and active in the healthcare industry for over 25 years.
Condition: Excellent condition, commensurate with age. Wear, minor losses, small nicks, light scratches, a small decorative element reattached, signs of weathering and erosion, remnants of pigment, encrustations.

SKU: #1257 Category:
 

Description

A gorgeous free standing Lokesh wara had craved from a single block of black stone granite. This towering figure of the famous Bodhisattva is a revelation in its detailing and overall powerful presence of spirituality and strength.

 

This timeless craftsmanship and its techniques have been passed down for generations now through through families over the centuries and which our team of talented artists still rely upon. We pride ourselves in being the only workshop in all of India who make these timeless artefacts using only hand held tools that were used in yesteryears and do not using any machines at all. Because of out unique and dedicated approach in reproducing these ancient artefacts strictly using hand held tooks,  we produce statues and sculptures that are completely faithful to the rare pieces you would find centuries ago.

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