Indian Sculptures and Carvings

A Very Fine & Rare Example of a Mariner’s Whale Bone Walking Cane of exceptional quality. First half of the Nineteenth Century, possibly of English origin. The plain ball grip ...

A finely carved marble statue of Ganesh circa 19th century from India. The semi-elephant semi-human Hindu deity is also known as Ganapati and Vinayaka. In the Hinduism, Ganesh has th...

A large & important pair of rare antique 19th century Indian Polychromed & hand carved stone Dvarpala (temple door guard) statues, circa 1850. Each statue is hand carved as a male Hindu four armed temple guard, the guards holding a mace (Gada) and one hand on a dagger (Katar), another hand holding a lotus flower to represent spiritual enlightenment. Each guard stands crossed legged on a plinth decorated with an elephant, both statues retaining old and yet brightly colored polychromed decoration, the statues are approximately 3/4 lifesize. They are a true pair facing each other and would have flanked either side of the temple door entrance, they are large and very heavy, each figure weighs about 300lbs. A rare & important pair of carved 19th century stone temple guards...

An antique Indian polychrome and hand carved wooden sculpture from the early 20th century, depicting a celestial musician playing an instrument. This captivating wooden sculpture bea...

Vintage India Chowkidar wooden statues, hand carved and gilt. Night watchmen / guards holding on old rifle and staff. The guards are wearing beautifully...

16th century lost wax cast bronze Venugopala form of Krishna, India The Venugopala form of Krishna playing the flute is to Vaishnavite iconography what Nataraja is to the Shaivites:...

Antique South Indian Chola-Style Bronze Goddess Sculpture on Lotus Base Exquisite bronze sculpture depicting a South Indian goddess in the elegant C...

This antique sandstone shrine from India is a finely carved devotional piece from the 19th century, reflecting the enduring spiritual artistry of traditional Indian craftsmanship. Ma...

A remarkable 5 lb solid rock crystal quartz sculpture of Ganesha. Seated on a lotus throne and backed by a radiate mandorla, Ganesh holds a bowl of sweets in his front left hand, sym...

Handcrafted cast brass sculpture of cows and a holy man on stand. Cows are considered holy in India. Lord Shiva and Ma Parvati used to sit on Nandi and trav...

Vintage patinated Hindu bronze Shiva "Lord of the Dance" sculpture, circa 1950s. The piece is in good vintage condition with a great patina and measures 10"W x 3"D x 11.5"H. It is a...

Indian Hindu bronze sculpture of Khandoba 17th/18th century The bronze figure on horseback represents the most popular Hindu deity Khandoba, an avatar...

Well-loved and richly worn, this petite bronze traveling shrine from North India depicts the Hindu god Ganesha. Attributed to 17th century or later, the palm-sized icon reveals its a...

18th Century Ganga-Jumna Hanuman Figure, India This is an unusual Hanuman figure made using the Ganga Jumna technique, combining copper and brass, which was named after the confluen...

Unearth the ancient whispers of India’s sacred architecture with this Antique stone temple fragment, a 17th-century relic (or possibly older) that carries the spiritual essence and artistry of a bygone era. Carved from natural stone, this enigmatic fragment measures 27.9 cm high, 7.5 cm wide, and 23.2 cm deep, its weathered surfaces etched with traces of intricate motifs—perhaps floral patterns, divine figures, or celestial symbols—that once adorned a grand Hindu or Jain temple. Originating from India, where temple construction flourished under dynastic patronage, this piece reflects the mastery of stonemasons who transformed rugged stone into narratives of devotion, likely part of a pillar, frieze, or sanctum wall. Weighing 2.1 kgs, its compact yet evocative form bears the patina of centuries, with softened edges and mineral deposits that testify to exposure to the elements and ritual use. The fragment’s abstract geometry and symbolic carvings hint at its original context, whether depicting deities like Shiva, Vishnu, or Tirthankaras, or cosmic themes central to Indian spirituality. Created during a period of architectural splendor under empires like the Mughals or regional kingdoms, it bridges the tangible and the divine, offering a tactile link to India’s temple...

Presenting this old marble stone Ganesha statue, an elegant middle 20th-century piece that embodies India’s rich spiritual and artistic traditions. Expertly carved from solid marble,...

This antique wooden Indian temple doors set is a stunning example of 19th-century Indian craftsmanship, originating from India. This beautiful pair of doors is expertly carved from s...

Presenting a lovely antique Indian Dhokra horse and rider sculpture. Probably from the late 19th or early 20th century as is evidenced by its natural patina and clear evidence of age. It depicts an Indian Warrior with a sword in his right hand mounted on his horse/steed. The warrior is in classical and ancient Southeast Asian Indian attire and he holds the horse’s reins in his left hand. The body of the horse is a series of lines (in the Classic Dhokra Style) and it has a tribal headdress...

Intricately crafted by a master carver. Heavy and ornate. These two would liven any setting. Quite unique and eye-catching. Dimension: 12" high, 14" wide, 7" deep.

Vintage heavy Indian patinated copper bronze statue of Shiva Nataraja. An Indian metal alloy copper model of Shiva Nataraja. "The Hindu God Shiva performs his dance of Bliss" In the ...

This special antique wooden Indian temple is a distinguished piece of 18th-century craftsmanship, traditionally used in Hindu ceremonies for housing sacred statues. Made from solid w...

18th-19th century lost wax cast bronze Radha, wife of Krishna, India Radha was a one of the gopis (milkmaids or cowherds) who Krishna played and danced with as a child. They develop...

The Antique wooden temple fragment of a Horse head is a remarkable and significant artifact originating from India. Crafted from wood, each statue stands at 37,5 cm in height and mea...

This antique wooden temple fragment of a horse head is a rare example of 18th-century Indian temple art, originating from India. Hand-carved from solid wood, the fragment measures 34...

A wonderful sandstone carving from India, twentieth century or earlier. This beautiful carving is reminiscent of Indian Jali screens and features some hallmark motifs of Indian deco...

This Indian marble Rama statue is a finely crafted example of late 20th-century devotional sculpture, originating from India. Hand-carved from a single block of white marble, the sta...

Hand-carved wood and gilded gold paint horse bookends are not only functional but also works of art that can add a touch of sophistication and equestrian charm to any bookshelf or di...

Material: Sandstone Material: wood 23 cm high 20,6 cm wide and 12 cm deep Weight: 7.984 kgs Originating from India 19th century

This magnificent building facade was once part of a grand mansion in Gujarat, India. It is entirely made from Teakwood, which is highly resistant to in...

A fine ancient stucco bust on a plinth. In the form of the Buddha, Siddhartha Gautama. Mounted on a black wooden plinth. Retaining an old Stair Galleries auction label and collect...

Material: marble 105 cm high 64 cm wide and 29 cm deep Originating from India Hand carved from a single block of white marble A beautiful piece ! Can be shipped worldwide Est...

A large and impressive Indian carved sandstone architectural frieze featuring a central image of the Hindu goddess Lakshmi flanked by two atten...

This old Indian bronze Dancing Ganesha is an impressive and dynamic example of mid-20th-century devotional sculpture originating from India. Standing at a monumental 124 cm high, wit...

This antique Indian stone relief of Avalokiteshvara (Padmapani) is a striking example of 17th-century Buddhist art from India. Carved from solid sandstone, the relief depicts Avaloki...

This antique Indian wooden temple fragment is an exquisite 18th-century artifact showcasing the skilled craftsmanship of historic Indian temple art. Crafted from solid wood and measu...

A fine ancient stucco bust on a plinth. In the form of the mustachioed man with a (partial) laurel on his head. Mounted on a brown wooden plinth. Retaining an old Stair Galleries ...

Antique Anglo-Raj Hand-Carved Teak Elephant with Rider Polychrome Sculpture An exceptional example of Anglo-Indian craftsmanship, this hand-carved and hand-painted solid teak wood el...

Pair of cast and patinated bronze figures of Parvati & Shiva, shown in dancing poses on shallow lotus plinths. Tamil Nadu, Southern India, 19th century. Dimensions: 7" W x 5-1/2...

An antique Indian Corinthian temple capital from the 19th century, with distressed patina. Created to adorn the exterior of an Indian temple, this Co...

A small Indian vintage carved wooden horse sculpture from Madras with distressed rust and verdigris and iron red colored patina and petite ...

Antique Ganesha Statue Hindu Elephant God War Religious This antique statue of Ganesha, the Hindu god of war and religion, is a beautiful addition to any collection. Crafted with in...

This antique wooden Burmese temple is a stunning example of 19th-century craftsmanship from Burma (Myanmar). Made from wood and gilded with 24 krt. gold, it measures 67.5 cm high, 44...

This sublime and sensuous female deity figure was likely part of a divine couple composition. The pairing of God and Goddess, often represented as Vishnu and Lakshmi, could be found...

A rare and exquisite bronze figure of Buddha Avalokitesvara from the Karkota period of Kashmir, circa 800 AD. This finely cast sculpture depicts the bodhisattva crowned and bejeweled...

Antique brass baby rattle whistle bell dangles, India. Handcrafted baby rattle in openwork designs with whistle handle and three decorative bell dangles. ...

Material: marble 88,5 cm high 35 cm wide and 16 cm deep Weight: 46.50 kgs Originating from India Hand carved from a single block of white marble ...

This antique wooden Indian temple fragment is a 19th century example of traditional Indian architectural carving, originating from India. Measuring 98.5 cm high, 15 cm wide, and 24.5...

An Indian antique carved wooden hand noodle press from the 19th century, with ram motif. Created in India during the 19th century, this wooden piece was originally used to hand make noodles. Showcasing a vice press, the body is adorned with a carved ram whose head and behind expand from a central square. This container is where the dough was placed and the vice part would press it into noodles. The ram head is carved with nice motifs, particularly visible on his curling antlers. The sides are adorned with medallions adorned with rosettes on all sides. Boasting a nicely weathered appearance revealing its nice age and use, this antique Indian carved wooden...

A heavy and well cast South Indian bronze figure of Shiva Nataraja, or Shiva as Lord of the Dance, in the Chola style, late 19th or early 20th century, India. Shiva is portrayed here in his form as Nataraja, the Lord of the Dance. An iconic and powerful image, Shiva is portrayed engaged in his dance of creation, protection, and destruction, bringing together all his aspects into one sublime form. Shiva dances ecstatically, facing the viewer with his body twisted, his long locks of hair streaming out around him, his four arms in action, with one leg raised, the other stomping on the dwarf demon Apasmara, who represents spiritual ignorance. In one hand he holds a damaru, or ritual drum...

Perhaps made in India. A long plaque carved in low relief in a primitive style featuring figures in landscapes with various animals. The borders have leaf motifs framing three arched...

An antique Indian carved wooden Mughal horse from the 20th century, with weathered patina. Carved in India during the 20th century, this antique w...

Antique architectural carved wood temple truss fragment from Rajasthan, India. 19th century Hindu temple fragment. This antique fragment were elements...

This antique wooden temple fragment of a horse head is a remarkable example of 18th-century Indian temple art, originating from India. Hand-carved from solid wood, the fragment measu...

An antique Indian temple multicolor carving from the 19th century depicting Ganesha with consort Riddhi or Siddhi on his knee. Created in India d...

This special antique wooden temple panel is a remarkable 19th-century piece from Burma (Myanmar). Carved from a single piece of teakwood, it measures 185.5 cm high, 30 cm wide, and 3...

This rare 14th-century sandstone panel is an exceptional example of Rajasthani temple art from India, featuring five Buddha statues, each depicted with a distinct mudra. Crafted from...

Two antique Indian papier-mâché hand painted face masks from the early 20th century, depicting Indian brides. They are priced and sold individually. Featuring a polychrome finish made of ocher, red and black tones, each of these face masks depicts an Indian bride. Touching us with the simplicity of their execution, they showcase traditional red jewels adorning the brides' foreheads and curly strings of hair on the cheeks. The eyebrows, mouths and noses are represented in an archaic manner that gives great presence to the ensemble. With their fascinating décor and small proportions, these Indian papier-mâché face...

This antique bronze Nepali Buddha statue is an outstanding example of 19th-century Himalayan Buddhist art, originating from Nepal. Expertly cast in solid bronze and fire gilded with ...

Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 11th century, namely, a 11C Ambika Buff Sandstone Western India carving. From Western India. ...

Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 10th century, namely, a temple bracket buff sandstone central India carving. From Central In...