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Khmer Mukhalinga
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Khmer Ekamukhalinga, a sandstone sculpture of a Linga fronted with a small relief face of Siva. The simple phallic form has a square base (Brahma, the creator), an octagonal mid-section (Visnu, the protector) and cylindrical top (Siva, the destroyer). Together this divine trinity in phallic form represents a regenerative force. Also, the Linga is the immaterial representation for the supreme deity Siva.
Condition: Signs of wear and possible restorations, losses and scratches otherwise fine condition.
Measuring: 27.5 in. high x 9.5 in. square. (70 x 24 x 24 cm)
Weight: 210 lbs. (95.25kg)
Pre-Angkor period, 7th - 8th century.
Provenance: Thai art market, 1999.
For similar examples see:
Norton Simon Museum, accession no.,M.2010.1.202
Jessup & Zephir, Sculpture of Angkor and Ancient Cambodia, 1997 page 176, pl.23.
Christie’s New York, 25 March 2004, lot 153
Bonham’s Fine Asian Works of Art, San Francisco, 15 Dec. 2009, lot#8084, 15-1/2” high.
Zacke Vienna, 18 October 2024, lot 0679.
- Dimensions:Height: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)
- Style:Other (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Pre-Angkor period, 7th - 8th century.
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Signs of wear and possible restorations, losses and scratches otherwise fine condition.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: TM-CZ040031stDibs: LU1778236669772
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