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Late 19th Century Bronze Altar of Shiva

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£245.59
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€283.60
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CA$454.14
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NOK 3,357.43
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About the Item

Hindu altar in bronze, probably late 19th century, of Shiva, the God of Destruction (he destroys evil, ignorance & death) in the foreground seated on a peacock & encircled by feathers. Behind & above is his son Ganesh with seven cobras. Combine oil lamp reservoir & large censer. Lacking a censer cover. 14 7/8" h., 6 1/2" d., 12 1/4" w.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.88 in (37.8 cm)Width: 12.25 in (31.12 cm)Depth: 6.5 in (16.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860-1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Condition commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chapel Hill, NC
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: WBR-236z1stDibs: LU6458234811712

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