Figurine - Shiva Mukhalinga - Bronze

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Large Shiva Mukhalinga in bronze, lost-wax cast and chiselled, from India, circa 1650–1700 in the Maratha Imperial style, with dimensions 19×11×11 cm and weight 840 g, provenance from a private collection, in good condition with signs of age and minor spots.

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Large Shiva Mukhalinga. Cast bronze in lost wax and chiseled.
The Mukha (face) Linga in bronze was used to give a face to the abstract Linga of Shiva.
The Linga is a phallic symbol representing Shiva's power and, at the same time, its mystical nature as a cosmic egg.
This beautiful and unusual Mukhalinga has a bearded, aristocratic face with a transcendent and serene expression.
Wear a diadem and earrings.
Good condition, heavily worn and polished from devotional use, with a repair at the back.
Height 19 cm, weight 840 g.
India, Maharashtra 17th / 18th century.
Shipped with insured shipping.

Large Shiva Mukhalinga. Cast bronze in lost wax and chiseled.
The Mukha (face) Linga in bronze was used to give a face to the abstract Linga of Shiva.
The Linga is a phallic symbol representing Shiva's power and, at the same time, its mystical nature as a cosmic egg.
This beautiful and unusual Mukhalinga has a bearded, aristocratic face with a transcendent and serene expression.
Wear a diadem and earrings.
Good condition, heavily worn and polished from devotional use, with a repair at the back.
Height 19 cm, weight 840 g.
India, Maharashtra 17th / 18th century.
Shipped with insured shipping.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
840 g
Style
Antique
Title
Shiva Mukhalinga
Country of Origin
India
Material
Bronze
Depiction/Theme
Shiva Mukhalinga
Dynastic Style/Period
Maratha Empire (1674-1818)
Provenance
Private collection
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
19 cm
Width
11 cm
Depth
11 cm
Estimated period
1650-1700
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Objects sold
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