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BHAIRAVA    

NEPAL, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Terracotta
11.5 in (29.2 cm) high

NON-EXPORTABLE UNREGISTERED ANTIQUITY

PROVENANCE
Property from The Rumi Mistry Collection


Shiva is popularly worshipped in the form of Bhairava throughout Nepal. Bhairava adorns heavy earrings and a pointed crown, with Ganga at the centre, and is embellished with intricate designs resembling foliage, precious stones and skulls. His untamed locks and fangs are indicative of Shiva's cherished fierce form.




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  Lot 50 of 74  

ASIAN ART
9-10 AUGUST 2017

Estimate
Rs 2,50,000 - 3,50,000
$3,970 - 5,560

RESERVE NOT MET













 



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