A BRONZE FIGURE OF INDRA

A BRONZE FIGURE OF INDRA

INDRA STATUETTE IN BRONZE
NEPAL, CIRCA XIVTH CENTURY
He is represented sitting in Rajalilasana on a lotiform base. Leaning on his left arm, he holds a lotus supporting a vajra, his right arm resting gently on his knee. He is dressed in dhoti and adorned with jewels. His serene face is girded with a high tiara; the halo possibly missing.
Height: 10.8 cm. (4½ in.)

Details

  • Title : A BRONZE FIGURE OF INDRA
  • Classification : Sculpture
  • Medium : Bronze
  • Country/ Geo-location : Nepal
  • Period : CIRCA 14TH CENTURY
  • Collection : Christies
  • LOT : 373
  • Post Lot Text : A BRONZE FIGURE OF INDRA NEPAL, CIRCA 14TH CENTURY
  • Price realised : EUR 8,750
  • Estimate : EUR 6,000 - EUR 8,000
  • Provenance : Private collection, Germany