Ancient Ravana Sculpture From India Ex Netzer Collection

Archaic wooden temple sculpture of Ravana, who is the mythical multi-headed demon-king of Hindu mythology. With six heads, it is said that Ravana could change into any form he wished. Representing the

A lovely old carved wooden female effigy with remnants of old paint,old nails in the base which likely held an attached textile costume , and weathered surface suggesting good age and field use as a c

A ancient stone relic from West Africa, present day Niger and Burkina Faso, found in the Bura-Asinda-Sikka region, ca. 300 AD to 1500 AD. This heavily incised stone and decorated head in bulbous form

A very old, likely 19th century Oil lamp from India, featuring a charming and smiling figure atop a movable oil dish, with old nails and evidence of use over many years. The lamp measures 11 x 9 inche

This ancient relic dates back over 2000 years from approx 200 -500 BC. Ancient terracotta heads were most likely part of larger figures now lost,and some were originally tops of globular jars and perh

A Carved wooden effigy of the Yoruba Trickster deity Eshu, with a highly stylized face, large eyes, long swept back coiffure and squatting female form. The sculpture has been dyed in an indigo blue co

A Classic Ancient Terracotta Head fragment from an ancient sculpture ,Nigeria, West Africa. Classic facial features with large almond shaped eyes and stylized coiffure. Nok head fragments were once pa

This is a late 19th century sculpture of a rider on a horse and known locally as a Bhuta figure. The effigy of a divine spirit or Daiyva of a four armed male warrior and a local cultural hero worshipp

A very fine antique bronze "angel" like sculpture from India. The figure of an indian style female with angel like wings is a very uncommon form to find in Indian Art. The bronze measures 6.5 inches t

Antique Asian Clay Horse and Rider Sculpture, Possibly Ancient. On four wooden legs. Ex. Estate Collection Isadore and Nancy Marder, Philadelphia. Size: 12'' x 11'' x 8'' (30 x 28 x 20 cm).

South India, c. 17th century. Figure of impressive size, showing wear from hundreds of years of veneration. The naga canopy is removable. Ex collection: Mr. Cavas Gobhai, Cambridge, MA. Collection ass

India, ca. 19th century. The peacock-form cutter having hinged articulated wings, numerous bells suspended. Very unusual. On a custom base. Ex collection Cavas Gobhai, Cambridge, MA. Collection assemb

Heavy Cast Bronze Sculpture of a Female Deity, India. Size: 23'' x 7'' x 7'' (58 x 18 x 18 cm). Provenance: ex: Ella Jaffe Freidus collection.

A Lovely carved wooden effigy of a female, possibly a Goddess or devotee, with an undeniable ancient surface patina from handling over generations. The sculpture measures 8.75 inches tall. Provenance:

Central India, ca. 10th- 12th century. A lovely standing figure of a goddess in a sensuous tribhanga pose. Custom base. Ex: Alsdorf Collection Ex: Sothebys, NYC MEASUREMENTS Height with base: 21 3/4 i

A large and rare ancient terracotta relic of a janus headed idol with some incised designs and an overall aggressive aesthetic. Komaland culture 13th - 16th century AD. The sculpture measures 15 inche

Archaic and eroded ancient carved wooden shrine idol with classic facial features and in the form of a Bateba Thil Ti Puo, a "Dangerous" Sculpture used in the protection from witchcraft. Lobi peoples,

A expressive and dramatic Bura sculpture fragment of a head, with incised linear designs and "minimalist" facial features. Bura-Asinda-Sikka culture dating from the 3rd to 11th century, Niger, West Af

A rare and fascinating relic of a anthropomorphic sculpture from the Bura-Asinda-Sikka Culture. The remains of a statue with classic facial features and long neck. The relic dates to the 3rd-11th cent

A very old, archaic remnant of a wooden sculpture, perhaps part of a wood house panel, architectural element or perhaps part of an ossuary, as the wood appears to be ancient and could perhaps be sever

Northeast India, Early Pala Dynasty, ca. 9th century. The four-armed deity standing on tiered base. Deep green patina. Ex: Nancy Wiener Collection. MEASUREMENTS 5 7/8 inches tall / 15 cm SHIPPING $25

West India, ca. 13th century. The enthroned seated figure surrounded by attendants and guardian beasts with inlays of silver and copper. Ex: Richard Ravenal collection, NY. MEASUREMENTS Height: 8 3/4

South India or Sri Lanka, ca. 17th century. A beautiful carved head with prominent fangs and deep patina. Custom base. Ex:Spink & Son, London. Ex: Nancy Wiener Collection. MEASUREMENTS 3 1/8 inches lo

Central India, Gupta Period, ca. 5th century AD. A high-relief terracotta architectural element depicting a crouching figure of a Gaja. Custom stand. Ex: Nancy Wiener Collection. MEASUREMENTS Height w