18th C. Indian / Sri Lankan Wood Female Finely Dressed
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Description
South Asia, southern India or Sri Lanka (formerly Ceylon), Kandy period, ca. 18th to 19th century CE. A beautiful hand carved figurine of a woman dressed in fine garments. She stands upright and her hands rest at her waist, the creases and folds of her robes are gathered and slightly billow around her knees. Upon her wrists are bangles, around her neck are large necklaces, and her ears are elongated from her undoubtably heavy earrings. Her hair is pulled back into thick bun behind her head, and a cape rests over her shoulders. The surface of this wealthy woman is further enriched by a smooth and dark brown patina. Size: 3.25" L x 1.75" W x 7.5" H (8.3 cm x 4.4 cm x 19 cm); 9" H (22.9 cm) on included custom stand.
Provenance: Whisnant Gallery, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA acquired prior to 2000
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#169681
Provenance: Whisnant Gallery, New Orleans, Louisiana, USA acquired prior to 2000
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#169681
Condition
Losses to feet. Surface abrasions. Nicks and chips to high pointed areas. Smooth patina throughout. Stable pressure fissures on cape and head.
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18th C. Indian / Sri Lankan Wood Female Finely Dressed
Estimate $400 - $600
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