Figurine - Shiva Mukhalinga - Bronze

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Shiva Mukhalinga, a bronze sculpture from India (Maratha Empire, 1674–1818), dating to 1750–1800, 12 cm high, 8 cm wide and 8 cm deep, weighing 625 g, from a private collection, in good used condition with signs of age.

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Shiva Mukhalinga. Bronze cast in Persian wax and chased.
The Mukha (face) Linga in bronze was used to give a face to the abstract Linga of Shiva.
The Linga is a phallic symbol, representing Shiva's power and at the same time his mystical nature.
This Mukhalinga for a domestic altar is an expression of ritual folk, tribal, and grotesque art from the villages of Maharashtra and the Deccan in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Good condition, worn and polished by devotional use.
Height cm
India, Maharashtra or Karnataka, 18th / 19th century.
Insured shipping.

Shiva Mukhalinga. Bronze cast in Persian wax and chased.
The Mukha (face) Linga in bronze was used to give a face to the abstract Linga of Shiva.
The Linga is a phallic symbol, representing Shiva's power and at the same time his mystical nature.
This Mukhalinga for a domestic altar is an expression of ritual folk, tribal, and grotesque art from the villages of Maharashtra and the Deccan in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Good condition, worn and polished by devotional use.
Height cm
India, Maharashtra or Karnataka, 18th / 19th century.
Insured shipping.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
625 g
Title
Shiva Mukhalinga
Country of origin
India
Material
Bronze
Dynastic style/period
Maratha Empire (1674-1818)
Provenance
Private collection
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
12 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1750-1800
ItalyVerified
170
Objects sold
100%
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