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LOT 2717
Antique Bronze Figure of Vishnu with Lakshmi
INDIA, CIRCA LATE 18TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
5 1/4 in. (527 grams, 13.5 cm).
Vishnu sitting on a high lotus base wearing a tall headdress and holding Lakshmi on his left knee, Lakshmi holding a lotus flower in her hand. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom an old Surrey, UK, collection.
Acquired on the UK art market since the 1990s.
From the property of a late Lincolnshire, UK, gentleman; thence by descent.
Accompanied by a previous catalogue information slip.
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LOT 2717
Antique Bronze Figure of Vishnu with Lakshmi
Estimate £50 - 70€58 - 81 (for guidance only)$68 - 95 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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