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A bronze figure of Vishnu, Nepal, 14th century — A bronze figure of Vishnu, Nepal, 14th century

A bronze figure of Vishnu, Nepal, 14th century

A bronze figure of Vishnu, Nepal, 14th century

This bronze figure of Vishnu from 14th-century Nepal exemplifies the skilled metalwork of medieval Nepalese craftsmen. The sculpture represents the Hindu deity with characteristic iconographic elements and demonstrates the refined casting techniques of the period.

Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

CHINA / 5000 YEARS

May 12, 2023

Estimate: $600 – $800

Lot 244

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A bronze figure of Vishnu, Nepal, 14th century, A bronze figure of Vishnu, Nepal, 14th century

This bronze figure of Vishnu from 14th-century Nepal exemplifies the skilled metalwork of medieval Nepalese craftsmen. The sculpture represents the Hindu deity with characteristic iconographic elements and demonstrates the refined casting techniques of the period.

Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Nepalese, Hindu, Bronze, Gold Tones, Sculpture, Spiritual, 14th Century, Religious, Figurative, Vishnu