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A KhMeR sANdsTONe FIguRe
OF A MAle deITy, ANgKOR PeRIOd

Khmer Empire, Angkor Wat style, early 12th century. The extremely
fine polish of the sandstone indicates this piece was made for royalty.
Clad in a short sampot carved with parallel pleats, secured with a
jeweled belt and a double-butterfly sash in front.

Provenance: Belgian private collection, by repute acquired in the early
1970s.
condition: Some wear, erosion and weathering, losses, but considering
the age of this piece it is in excellent condition.

Weight: 20.9 kg in total
Dimensions: Height 73.7 cm (the figure) and 74.7 cm (incl. base)
His rounded face shows delicately outlined lips, the hair is arranged in a
conical topknot secured by a large foliate tiara. The deity depicted is most
likely Vishnu, since Angkor Wat was originally constructed as a Hindu temple
dedicated to Vishnu.
Mounted on a flat rectangular metal base. (2)
estimate euR 8.000,-
Starting price EUr 4.000,-

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