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Sandstone Carving of Two Demons Riding on Elephants

$4,614.52
£3,433.68
€3,880
CA$6,340.10
A$7,076.10
CHF 3,722.84
MX$85,955.08
NOK 47,195.65
SEK 44,169.22
DKK 29,536.96

About the Item

500-600 year old sandstone carving. The sculpture is depicting 'Two demons riding on elephants'. From Buddha pagoda / temple in Arakan, Burma, 1400-1500. Untouched and in original condition with great patina. Mounted on light sandstone plinth. Burma, 1400-1500. N.B. The role of the demons is to keep evil spirits out of the temple. Provenance from Danish private collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 21.26 in (54 cm)Width: 21.66 in (55 cm)Depth: 9.45 in (24 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1400 -1500
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Kastrup, DK
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1051501 KRH1stDibs: LU1007432306322

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