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LOT 2640
South East Asian Sandstone Head of Vishnu
INDIA, CIRCA 13TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER
9 5/8 in. (2.56 kg total, 24.5 cm including stand).
Skillfully carved with a serene expression and heavy-lidded eyes, elegantly arched eyebrows centred by an incised urna, full lips forming a benevolent smile, wearing an ornate kiritamakuta; mounted on a custom-made display stand.
ProvenanceFrom the collection of Mr Carlos Bahamonde, Manchester, UK.
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LOT 2640
South East Asian Sandstone Head of Vishnu
Estimate £500 - 700€580 - 810 (for guidance only)$680 - 950 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£250 (EUR 290; USD 338) +BP*
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