Ancient Asian Vishnu - Marble statue - India 19th Century - 46 cm - 9.6 kg

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

Estimate  € 1,700 - € 2,000
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€250
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€100
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€3

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Marble statue of Vishnu with four arms, standing and holding a mace, disc, conch and lotus, from India dating to the 19th century, approximately 46 cm high and 9.6 kg, in good condition with restoration; provenance from France (EPN), authentic original.

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MARBLE STATUE OF VISHNU WITH FOUR ARMS
Marble representation of the deity Vishnu, depicted standing with four arms holding a mace, a discus (shakra), a conch and a lotus
Vishnu, guardian of the cosmic order, is highly venerated in Indian folklore.
White marble - Good condition of preservation, restoration.
India, 19th century.
Dimensions: height 46.2 cm - width 22.8 cm - thickness 6 cm - weight 9.6 kg.

Provenance: France, E.P.N.
Previously: French private collection acquired in Champagne

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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.
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MARBLE STATUE OF VISHNU WITH FOUR ARMS
Marble representation of the deity Vishnu, depicted standing with four arms holding a mace, a discus (shakra), a conch and a lotus
Vishnu, guardian of the cosmic order, is highly venerated in Indian folklore.
White marble - Good condition of preservation, restoration.
India, 19th century.
Dimensions: height 46.2 cm - width 22.8 cm - thickness 6 cm - weight 9.6 kg.

Provenance: France, E.P.N.
Previously: French private collection acquired in Champagne

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 authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document detailing 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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Details

Culture
Ancient Asian
Century/timeframe
18ème / 19ème S.
Name of object
Vishnu - Marble statue - India 19th Century - 46 cm - 9.6 kg
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2014
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
FranceVerified
4818
Objects sold
99.7%
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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.

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