A masterful piece, this carved wooden figure mimics the gravitas of ancient bronze or stone. Standing 24 inches tall, the sculpture depicts a female divinity"” a Yakshi or temple attendant"”captured in a dynamic dance pose. The surface is the real showstopper: the original polychrome paint has weathered over decades into a complex, crusty patina of greens, browns, and earth tones that creates the illusion of oxidized metal. Mounted on a custom block stand, This is a textural masterpiece for a curated shelf. Because it is wood, it brings a softer, more organic energy to a room than cold metal, yet it still provides that "museum artifact" look. It is perfect for a mantelpiece in a home with other natural elements.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Antique with heavily distressed paint and weathered wood texture (deliberate aged aesthetic). Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.

Dimensions:
Height: 24 in.
Width: 6 in.
Depth: 11.5 in.

Category: Models & Figurines
Origin: India
Materials: Wood

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Antique with heavily distressed paint and weathered wood texture (deliberate aged aesthetic). Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be considered defects but rather part of its character & historical value.