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A Carved Schist Stele of Parvati, India, 12th Century                                                            

The Hindu Goddess Parvati - wife consort of Shiva and Goddess of beauty, fertility & marriage, shown carved in high relief issuing from a schist stele with a chip carved petal border. The semi-clad figure richly adorned with a beaded necklace, earrings, armlets, anklets & bracelets, a corded belt (katibhanda) tied around her waist holding her draped knee-length garments. Observed standing in the 'tribhanga' position, with the right leg extended and the left leg gently bent at the knee, her left hand is clutching a lotus stem - symbolizing virginity.                    

Mounted & secured atop a 20th century teak base.

Height of carving, 18", overall height. 19.75".       

Weight, 26.2 lbs.

Provenance provided at point of sale.

A Carved Schist Stele of Parvati, India, 12th Century

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    ERNEST JOHNSON ANTIQUES

    Ernest Johnson

    613 720 5206

    ejohnson@ernestjohnsonantiques.com

    www.ernestjohnsonantiques.com

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