BURMESE MARBLE FIGURE OF VISHNU

Ca. 19th century AD > A marble figure identified as Vishnu, standing frontally on a rectangular base and wearing an elaborate crown and jewellery. Multiple arms hold attributes around the torso, with traces of gilt. Vishnu is a Hindu deity associated with sustaining cosmic order. Through his avatars, including Rama and Krishna, he restores balance when it is threatened. His multiple arms conventionally carry attributes expressing divine power, and a standing image provides a focus for worship and offerings. > > Size: 580mm x 190mm; Weight: 13.85kg > Provenance: Private London Collection; Ex. Private UK Collection. > This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter. >

Estimate:£600

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