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A BRASS ALLOY FIGURE OF A COW The cow holds a revered and sacred position in India, being regarded
ORISSA, CIRCA 17TH CENTURY as a nourishing mother and closely associated with the popular deities
3 3/8 in. (8.6 cm) wide Shiva and Krishna. The bronze is cast with obvious affection for the
animal. Richly caparisoned, and resting on its belly, it is adorned with
inset green glass within the eyes, and finely incised foliate patterns
$3,000 - 5,000
across the legs resembling engraved Orissan illuminated manuscripts.
Its luminous, brassy alloy is also consistent with Orissan sculpture.
Refer to an important bronze of Radha sold at Bonhams, New York, 19
March 2012, lot 1034.
Provenance
The James and Marilynn Alsdorf Collection, Chicago, acquired before
1996
On loan to Art Institute of Chicago, 1996-2011
Christie’s, New York, 22 March 2011, lot 52
Simon Ray Ltd, London, 2011
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