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INDIA, MATHURA, CIRCA 4TH CENTURY
Details
A mottled red sandstone bust of Shiva
India, Mathura, circa 4th century
Powerfully carved standing with his principal hand at his chest and three arms radiating around him holding various implements, dressed in a dhoti with a garland around his shoulders, adorned with earrings and a necklace
27½ in. (70 cm.) high
India, Mathura, circa 4th century
Powerfully carved standing with his principal hand at his chest and three arms radiating around him holding various implements, dressed in a dhoti with a garland around his shoulders, adorned with earrings and a necklace
27½ in. (70 cm.) high
Provenance
Collection of Ariane Dandois, Paris, acquired between 1973-1975
Exhibited
Biennale de Monaco, 1981