Rare bronze votive statuette of the god Kubera / Jambhala...

[Sacred Art / India] Rare bronze votive statuette of the god Kubera / Jambhala (Lord of Wealth) holding offerings – South India, 18th century Remarkable and expressive small ritual statue in lost-wax cast bronze representing the god of wealth and abundance, Kubera (or its Buddhist equivalent Jambhala). Subject & Iconography: The divine figure is depicted standing on a square stepped architectural pedestal finely chiseled with friezes and lotus motifs (padmapitha). It is characterized by its opulent corpulence (rounded belly symbolizing prosperity), traditional adornments, heavy bracelets and a pearl belt. He holds in his outstretched hands spheres of offerings or fruits (modaka / jewels). Technique & Material: Heavy bronze cast by lost-wax process, hollow core structure, with a beautiful patina of excavation and use, brown-green nuanced by ancient oxidations. Origin / Style: India (South India, Deccan or Tamil Nadu style). Period: 18th century Dimensions & Weight: Height: 8 cm Base dimensions: 3.5 cm × 3.2 cm Weight: 127 g Overall condition: Fine state of authenticity and preservation for an ancient devotional piece. Patina & Wear: Superb natural patina of age with signs of use and light ritual concretions. Presence of a small collection label under the base.

Estimate:£250.05

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