Statuette, Inde du Sud – Statuette de la divinité Vishnu en bronze coulé – XVIIIe siècle - 7.5 cm - Bronze
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South India – Vishnu bronze statuette cast in bronze, dating to the 18th century, about 7.5 cm high, provenance Collection privée, original attribution, in excellent condition with a dark brown patina.
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South India – Cast Bronze Statuette of the Vishnu deity – 18th century
A superb and ancient bronze statuette with a brown patina representing the Hindu deity Vishnu (or one of his avatars/consorts) in the South Indian / Tamil Nadu style.
The deity is depicted standing in a rigid pose (Samabhanga) on a circular pedestal resting on a square base. It has four arms (Chaturbhuja):
The upper hands hold his traditional attributes (the chakra/disc and the shankha/conch).
The lower right hand is extended in the gesture of welcome or blessing (Abhaya/Varada mudra).
The lower left hand leans on or holds the mace (Gada).
It is crowned with a tall characteristic conical crown (Kiritamukuta) and wears traditional clothing (dhoti) finely pleated at the legs and secured by a belt.
Technical characteristics
Origin: South India (Tamil Nadu / Deccan)
Era: 18th century
Material: Bronze / Copper alloy cast using the lost-wax process
Dimensions: Height about 7.5 cm (see photo with ruler)
Technique: Solid/semi-hollow casting at the base
Overall condition: Good antique condition with a beautiful natural patina due to devotion and handling.
Patina: Very beautiful dark/brown patina original with slight traces of oxidation and verdigris visible at the base and in the recesses, evidence of its authenticity.
Missing pieces / Restorations: No major missing parts or detectable restorations. Facial features and details are soft and polished by time.
South India – Cast Bronze Statuette of the Vishnu deity – 18th century
A superb and ancient bronze statuette with a brown patina representing the Hindu deity Vishnu (or one of his avatars/consorts) in the South Indian / Tamil Nadu style.
The deity is depicted standing in a rigid pose (Samabhanga) on a circular pedestal resting on a square base. It has four arms (Chaturbhuja):
The upper hands hold his traditional attributes (the chakra/disc and the shankha/conch).
The lower right hand is extended in the gesture of welcome or blessing (Abhaya/Varada mudra).
The lower left hand leans on or holds the mace (Gada).
It is crowned with a tall characteristic conical crown (Kiritamukuta) and wears traditional clothing (dhoti) finely pleated at the legs and secured by a belt.
Technical characteristics
Origin: South India (Tamil Nadu / Deccan)
Era: 18th century
Material: Bronze / Copper alloy cast using the lost-wax process
Dimensions: Height about 7.5 cm (see photo with ruler)
Technique: Solid/semi-hollow casting at the base
Overall condition: Good antique condition with a beautiful natural patina due to devotion and handling.
Patina: Very beautiful dark/brown patina original with slight traces of oxidation and verdigris visible at the base and in the recesses, evidence of its authenticity.
Missing pieces / Restorations: No major missing parts or detectable restorations. Facial features and details are soft and polished by time.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of origin
India
Material
Bronze
Title of artwork
Inde du Sud – Statuette de la divinité Vishnu en bronze coulé – XVIIIe siècle
Dynastic style/period
18th
Signature
Not signed
Provenance
Private collection
Attribution
Original
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
7.5 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
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