Lot 16
 
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South India, Late 18th century
Wood
Height: 21.25 in (54 cm)
Width: 9.5 in (24 cm)
Depth: 3.5 in (9 cm)

NON-EXPORTABLE REGISTERED ANTIQUITY

This is a wall-mounted work


It is believed that prior to becoming a full-bodied bull, Nandi had a human torso. He would play the mridangam while Shiva performed the Anandatandava. The mridangam is called the Deva Vaadyam or the instrument of the gods. This work is a large chariot frieze.




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  Lot 16 of 26  

ANTIQUITIES AUCTION
1-2 NOVEMBER 2023

Estimate
Rs 1,00,000 - 1,50,000
$1,220 - 1,830

Winning Bid
Rs 2,64,000
$3,220
(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)










 



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