Gandhara Schist Stone Seated Figure of God Indra - Magnificent Sculptural Art! Circa 2nd-4th century AD This grey schist stone carving depicts seated Indra, positioned atop a majestic throne with legs apart, draped in a pleated robe. In his hand rests a goblet, while his haloed head showcases finely detailed features such as long curly hair tied in a bun, large looped ears, and a detailed face. It comes with a modern, custom-made stand. Indra is a deity associated with thunder, lightning, storms, and rain. He is one of the most revered gods in the Rigveda, the oldest of the sacred scriptures of Hinduism. As the king of the gods and ruler of the heavens, Indra is depicted as a powerful and majestic figure, often portrayed riding on a white elephant named Airavata or wielding a thunderbolt called Vajra. Dimensions: 375mm x 190mm; weight 8.39kg Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections. Possibly recarved or resurfaced on the robes Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.