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December 0914, 2023
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LOT 683

Lot 683

Indo-Nepalese Grey Schist Stele of Chamundra, Pala Period, 10th-12th century

Indo-Nepalese Grey Schist Stele of Chamundra, Pala Period, 10th-12th century
Lot 683 Details
Indo-Nepalese Grey Schist Stele of Chamundra, Pala Period, 10th-12th century

relief carved, with residual traces of red lacquer, on stand
stone 7.5 x 5 in — 19.1 x 12.7 cm

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $861
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Indo-Nepalese Grey Schist Stele of Chamundra, Pala Period, 10th-12th century
  • Indo-Nepalese Grey Schist Stele of Chamundra, Pala Period, 10th-12th century
  • Indo-Nepalese Grey Schist Stele of Chamundra, Pala Period, 10th-12th century
Note:

Chamudra is the fearsome visage of Chandi, here depicted with four arms, each holding an attribute: a vajra, a skull cap, a khatvanga staff and a drum, and wearing a garland of heads, with a serpent under foot all on a lotus pedestal.

CONDITION DETAILS

Condition report available upon request

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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