
Description
An exquisitely carved South Asian sandstone relief sculpture of dancing Hindu Goddess Musician (mid 18th c or later), possibly Saraswati or Parvati, mounted on wooden display stand. The Indian sandstone Hindu goddess musician with string instrument relief having been an architectural element mounted on wooden stand. Artist unknown.
Dimensions
approx. 24 1/2 in. H, 12 1/2 in. W, 7 1/2 in. D
Acquired at Alex Cooper Auctioneers in 2025. Provanance: Estate of Baltimore art collector.
*Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, speech, wisdom, and learning. She is a part of the Sridevi of Saraswati, along with Lakshmi and Parvati.
Parvati is the Hindu Goddess of power, nourishment, harmony, devotion, and motherhood. She is Devi in her complete form. Along with Lakshmi and Saraswati, she forms the Tridevi.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent used condition. Wear commesurate with age and use. Some minor cracks to the base area and verso, mid 20th century, in overall good condition with minor discoloration, accretions, scratching, small chips and other age marks, patching material residue to the back and bottom.
Dimensions:
Height: 24.5 in.
Width: 12.5 in.
Depth: 7.5 in.
Category: Sculpture
Origin: India
Materials: Sandstone, Wood
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Dimensions
approx. 24 1/2 in. H, 12 1/2 in. W, 7 1/2 in. D
Acquired at Alex Cooper Auctioneers in 2025. Provanance: Estate of Baltimore art collector.
*Saraswati is the Hindu goddess of knowledge, music, art, speech, wisdom, and learning. She is a part of the Sridevi of Saraswati, along with Lakshmi and Parvati.
Parvati is the Hindu Goddess of power, nourishment, harmony, devotion, and motherhood. She is Devi in her complete form. Along with Lakshmi and Saraswati, she forms the Tridevi.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Excellent used condition. Wear commesurate with age and use. Some minor cracks to the base area and verso, mid 20th century, in overall good condition with minor discoloration, accretions, scratching, small chips and other age marks, patching material residue to the back and bottom.
Dimensions:
Height: 24.5 in.
Width: 12.5 in.
Depth: 7.5 in.
Category: Sculpture
Origin: India
Materials: Sandstone, Wood
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Excellent used condition. Wear commesurate with age and use. Some minor cracks to the base area and verso, mid 20th century, in overall good condition with minor discoloration, accretions, scratching, small chips and other age marks, patching material residue to the back and bottom.
Buyer's Premium
20%
Late 19th Century Indian Tall Carved Sandstone Dancing Hindu Goddess Musician Relief Stele
Estimate $980-$2,930
Starting Price
$600
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Vintage & Design Auction
Mar 13, 2026 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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