Indian Sacred Bull Statuette

18th-19th century AD. An alabaster figure of a standing bull on a rectangular base, carved in the round, almond-shaped eyes, short horns with detailed forelock between, ears behind, carved line around

19th-early 20th century AD. A hollow-case model bull with harness and decorative coverings standing on a pedestal base. 496 grams, 11.5cm (4 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 1980

A 19thC Indian Linga dripping vessel for Shiva Abhishek one end modelled as the sacred bull Nandi. Approx. 4" high

Sacred cow Nandi is Shiva's horse, its name of "happy" meaning, is a gentle and happy God. Bulls symbolize male reproductive capacity, but also a symbol of the Dhamma, is Shiva's most loyal followers.

Five Indian bronze statuettes of various deities. All appear to be 19th century or earlier. Tallest stands: 4 in. Provenance: From the estate of Richard C. Bull

Four Indian bronze statuettes of various deities. All appear to be 19th century or earlier. Tallest: 4 in. Provenance: From the estate of Richard C. Bull

1st millennium B.C. A bronze figure of a standing zebu bull with head raised, crescent horns above raised lozenge eyes, incised mouth and muzzle, skin-fold detailing to the neck, hump to shoulders, ta

Antique Hand Carved Stone NANDI, Sacred bull of Shiva, Resting posture with one leg outward. Large hump on back. 8lbs Approx. Measurements: 7.5" x 6" x 3".Domestic Shipping: $25

A Pair of Indian Sacred Cow-Form Metal Garden Seats Height 19 x length 26 x width 10 inches. Property from the Michael Hall Collection, Miami Beach, Florida Note: By all accounts, Michael Hall, actor,

This is a wonderful large carved wooden headdress/ mask from the Bidjogo peoples of Guinea Bissau west Africa , who hold initiation rituals for young girls and boys, according to their age group. Thes

5th-4th century BC. A bronze bull with head erect, legs folded beneath the body. 125 grams, 59mm (2 1/2"). From an important private London collection; formed in the 1970s and 1980s.

1st century AD. A bronze bull with thin body and broad head, prominent muzzle, large round eyes, half-moon horns; pointed ears, the crop hanging and flat, the legs originally joined by a plate. Cf. Ro

1st-2nd century AD. A bronze figure of a bull advancing with head raised on a stand with splayed feet. 36.3 grams, 47mm (2"). Property of a Scandinavian collector; acquired from Hans Andersen, 1992.

A carved wooden pull toy, hand carved and painted various colors and featuring the effigy of Nandi, the sacred Bull. India. The Toy measures 9 inches long. Provenance: Ex Robert Banks collection, MD,

2nd century BC-1st century AD. A bronze bull modelled standing in the round, with crescentic horns, gaping mouth, domed eyes and tail. 90 grams, 75mm (3"). From a North Yorkshire collection formed sin

carved wooden helmet mask with real Bull horns attached. The Bidjogo people of Bissagos archipelago, Guinea Bissau, hold initiation rituals for young girls and boys, according to their age group. Thes

3rd millennium BC. A terracotta statuette of a bull with large curving horns, hump to the back; long body with short legs; painted stripes to the horns and body; large painted eyes. 83 grams, 90mm (3

2nd century BC-2nd century AD. A milky quartz statuette of a bull seated with legs folded beneath the body. 118.6 grams, 75.5mm (3"). Property of a London collector, acquired early 1990s.

5th-3rd century BC. A bronze figure of a bull standing on a tongue-shaped base, with prominent horns and ears. 52.8 grams, 45mm (1 3/4"). From a North Yorkshire collection formed since the 1980s; ex D

1st-2nd century AD. A bronze statuette formed as a standing bull, with semi-naturalistic detailing to the long tail, horns, head, dewlap and sheath. 33.7 grams, 48mm (2"). From a North Yorkshire colle

DESCRIPTION: Magrino Italian silver plated bull statuette with naturalistic details. Hallmarked: "Magrino, R" with numbering. CIRCA: 20th Cent. ORIGIN: Italy DIMENSIONS: H: 3.5" x W: 2.75" x L: 6" CON

Native American Indian Sacred Cat Pot, 1940's Size: 5½ x 4½ x 5½ inches Please note that this lot has a confidential reserve. When you leave a bid in advance of the auction, submit your maximum. Ja

A carved wooden antique fruit press with wooden turning handle and iron sheet screen on the bottom of the carved wooden image of Nandi, the sacred Bull. The press measures 15 x 13.5 inches and was car

A mixed group of undated archaistic ceramic zebu figures with black painted detailing. 564 grams total, 92mm (3 3/4"). Property of an Essex gentleman; acquired from a Mayfair gallery; formerly in a 19