2nd Century Indian Red Sandstone Fragment of a Woman

Presenting a stunning piece of Indian antiquity from the 10th century, namely, a Varaha red sandstone central India carving. From Central India. This piece has impeccable Provenance! It was purchased by a Private Dallas collector at Sotheby’s New York Auction on 24th September 2004. Sale Number 8008, Lot No. 28. Sotheby’s operate a twice yearly auction of Southeast Asian Art & Antiquities in New York in the months of March and September. The sculpture was described as: "Carved in relief with Vishnu in his boar incarnation stepping forward from the ocean, his left foot placed upon a lotus, two nagas beneath with their hands clasped in devotion. Vishnu’s primary right hand rests on his thigh in katihasta mudra while his remaining hands carry his attributes of mace, conch and discus. A diminutive figure of the earth Goddess, Bhudevi, whom Vishnu has rescued from the primeval waters, is balanced on his left elbow. The figure is bejeweled, wearing a broad, beaded waistband and necklaces and is placed within a niche between two pillars. Measure: Height 27 in. (68.6 cm.), circa 10th century. Provenance: Sotheby’s New York, March 21 & 22, 1990, Lot 253 Catalogue Note: This zoomorphic representation of Vishnu gained popular currency during the medieval period and was widely depicted in Central Indian Temple sculpture...

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

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 southeast Asian antiquity, namely, a 10th century red sandstone relief of a mithuna couple. This piece has impeccable Provenance! It was purchase...

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...

A fragment of Terracotta statue displayed on wood block stand from ancient Indian continent dated to the Gupta period (4th-6th century). The head of the...

Old Tanagra in terracotta (restored) 18 cm high. Additional information: Material: Terracotta Dimension: 18 H cm.

A 17th century Asia hand-carved stone temple sculpture possibly from India, depicting a divinity. Featuring a strong patina revealing its age, this high-relief hand-carved stone scul...