Ancient polychrome marble statue of Shanmukha / Kartikeya (India) - Marble - India - late 19th - early 20th century

Stunning antique ritual sculpture of Indian folk art in carved marble, depicting the Hindu deity Shanmukha (Kartikeya / Murugan) with six heads.

Iconography & details: Traditional six-faced representation (three carved on the front, three on the back). The deity is seated in a lotus position and surrounded by his attributes, with at its base his sacred vehicle (vahana), the carved and gilded peacock.

Finish: Beautiful original polychromy enhanced with gold leaf gilding and red/ochre pigments, with a remarkable ritual patina from the period.

Condition: Good state of preservation for an antique ritual piece, wear and authentic patina in keeping with its age and devotion (visible in the photos).

Rare collector’s piece, highly decorative and authentic for enthusiasts of Asian art and Indian antiquities.

In-person pickup preferred in Nantes given the weight of the stone.