Stone Head of a Deity

Description:

Stone Head of a Deity, India, 10th/11th century style, possibly depicting Shiva, with almond-shaped eyes and arched brows, with an ornate conical headdress, mounted on a wood stand, ht. 11 1/8 in.

Provenance: Estate of Irma Weiss.
Estimate $300-500

surface scratches and wear with losses to nose and chin


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