Medieval India Relief carved in pink sandstone - Shiva - 11th / 12th century
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 3,200 - € 3,900
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Relief sculpture in rose sandstone depicting Shiva, medieval India, 11th–12th century, height 37.3 cm (43.3 cm with base), width 17.4 cm, weight 5.7 kg, in good condition with provenance from Germany via Galerie V.Z.N., authentic original.
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Representation of Shiva in pink sandstone, medieval India 11th / 12th century.
Shiva is depicted standing, an animal lying at his feet..
His juvenile-looking face is characterized by rounded eyebrow arches above large almond-shaped eyes, a fine nose positioned above a small mouth with slightly parted lips.
His hair is held by an elaborate headdress, a broad necklace resting on his chest.
Hindu art, Central India, 11th / 12th century.
Dimensions: height 37.3 cm (height 43.3 cm with base) - width 17.4 cm - weight 5.7 kg.
Provenance: Germany, Gallery V.Z.N.
Previously: Private German collection of Hindu art
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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 TranslateRepresentation of Shiva in pink sandstone, medieval India 11th / 12th century.
Shiva is depicted standing, an animal lying at his feet..
His juvenile-looking face is characterized by rounded eyebrow arches above large almond-shaped eyes, a fine nose positioned above a small mouth with slightly parted lips.
His hair is held by an elaborate headdress, a broad necklace resting on his chest.
Hindu art, Central India, 11th / 12th century.
Dimensions: height 37.3 cm (height 43.3 cm with base) - width 17.4 cm - weight 5.7 kg.
Provenance: Germany, Gallery V.Z.N.
Previously: Private German collection of Hindu art
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permits, 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 seller’s items are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning 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
Xème/XIIème Siècle
Name of object
Relief carved in pink sandstone - Shiva - 11th / 12th century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
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.
