Lot 28 , An Indian basalt reclining figure of Shiva, probably Kakatiya period, 12th century A.D

An Indian basalt reclining figure of Shiva, probably Kakatiya period, 12th century A.D, the reclining figure in similar pose to Vishnu, with four arms holding ritual objects and with two attendants, worn Nandinagari inscription to base, 16.5cm wide, 8.25cm high

Cf. this small scale sculpture bears close comparison to the large scale basalt figure of Anantasayi Vishnu on display in the Salar Jung Museum, Hyderabad, India.
£2,000-3,000

Condition:
Number of small chips scattered throughout but essentially good order.

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