Lot 1274
1274
A GILT-LACQURED BRONZE FIGURE OF ISANA
PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE AMERICA COLLECTION
A GILT-LACQURED BRONZE FIGURE OF ISANA

MING DYNASTY, 16TH/17TH CENTURY

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A GILT-LACQURED BRONZE FIGURE OF ISANA
MING DYNASTY, 16TH/17TH CENTURY
The bearded figure is shown standing on a rocky base and holding a trident, wearing elaborate armor with flaring sleeves, and a celestial scarf billowing above the shoulders. The face is cast with fierce expression and the hair is pulled up under a ribbed court headdress secured with a pin.
18¼ in. (46.3 cm.) high

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Isana is known as the Guardian of the Northeast direction, and is identified by the trident he carries. Chinese depictions of Isana appear to be relatively rare. In the Hindu tradition, Isana is also known as one of the five faces of Lord Shiva, and is sometimes seen accompanied by his consort Uma.

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