Ancient Siamese or Khmer Mixed Metal Important Dancing Apsara Deity Statue Idol - 245 mm
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An important dancing Apsara deity statue idol from ancient Siamese or Khmer culture, in good condition, original and official, made of mixed metal, dating to the Second Millennium AD, with dimensions 245 × 193 × 85 mm, acquired in 1995 in Thailand from Dr. István Zelnik, not shippable outside the EU or to the United States.
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An important dancing Apsara deity statue idol from the ancient Indochinese, Siamese or Khmer culture.
Second Millennium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand custing, carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Bangkok by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
An important dancing Apsara deity statue idol from the ancient Indochinese, Siamese or Khmer culture.
Second Millennium AD.
In good condition. It has been cleaned by hand, but the nice patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand custing, carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased mid 90's in Bangkok by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
Details
Culture
Ancient Siamese or Khmer
Century/timeframe
Second Millennium AD
Name of object
Important Dancing Apsara Deity Statue Idol
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
1995
Material
Mixed Metal
Country acquired from
Thailand
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Height
245 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1995
Width
193 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Thailand
Depth
85 mm
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.
