Medieval India - Head of a deity in pink sandstone - 10th / 12th century - Gupta
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 900 - € 1,500
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Medieval Indian head of a deity in pink sandstone, Gupta style, dating to the 10th–12th century, mounted on a base, height 19.8 cm (24.5 cm with base), in good condition.
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Description from the seller
Elegant head of a finely sculpted sandstone deity.
Sacred head carved in pink sandstone with an elaborate headdress, the graceful face slightly smiling, eyebrows prominent, bearing beard and mustache.
The face seems enigmatic, a piece full of charm perfectly preserved.
Medieval India, Gupta style, probably Rajasthan, 10th-12th century.
Mounted on a base.
Height 19.8 cm (Height 24.5 cm with base).
In perfect condition – No restoration.
Provenance: Germany, Galerie V.Z.N.
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateElegant head of a finely sculpted sandstone deity.
Sacred head carved in pink sandstone with an elaborate headdress, the graceful face slightly smiling, eyebrows prominent, bearing beard and mustache.
The face seems enigmatic, a piece full of charm perfectly preserved.
Medieval India, Gupta style, probably Rajasthan, 10th-12th century.
Mounted on a base.
Height 19.8 cm (Height 24.5 cm with base).
In perfect condition – No restoration.
Provenance: Germany, Galerie V.Z.N.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All of the seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Medieval India
Century/timeframe
10ème / 12ème siècle
Name of object
- Head of a deity in pink sandstone - 10th / 12th century - Gupta
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2018
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1990
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
