Description:

Central Asia, India, Rajasthan, ca. 10th to 11th century CE. A nicely detailed figural relief sculpture carved from sandstone depicting a lion (called a Singha in India) posed as if looking back over its shoulder, an elephant (perhaps a reference to Ganesha, the god of wisdom, knowledge, and new beginnings), and a sensual heavenly consort or apsara with voluptuous breasts. A special example from Rajasthan, in northeastern India, which has a unique artistic tradition that is rarely seen in Western collections. Size: 17-1/2"H x 8-1/2"W.

Surviving ancient reliefs and carvings from monuments, religious sites, tombs, and palaces - being some of the most durable forms of art - inform us about the beliefs of ancient peoples throughout the world and human history. How remarkable that virtually all cultures have felt the need to express their creative sides in this vein.

Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection; ex-Earl Stendahl/ex-Alfred Stendahl collection, bought in London from Spinks 1950 to 1960

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#108990

  • Condition: Weather worn with surface wear and a few old losses to peripheries commensurate with age. No repairs.

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