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Khmer Mukhalinga

$12,000
£9,105.32
€10,411.12
CA$16,760.75
A$18,635.67
CHF 9,730.52
MX$226,841.47
NOK 124,157.17
SEK 116,329.34
DKK 77,700.13
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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)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • 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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