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Schist Relief with Dvarapala, 9th/10th C.

Currency:EUR Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,800.00 EUR Estimated At:2,880.00 - 3,600.00 EUR
Schist Relief with Dvarapala, 9th/10th C.
Reddish schist
India, 9th/10th century
Relief fragment of a seated temple guardian (Dvarapala)
Holding a large club in his right hand
The bulky body adorned with necklaces and the head with lavish jewelry
Round face with very prominent eyes
Dimensions: 24 x 23 cm
Condition consistent with age
Provenance: Collection of Jack Zuberbühler, Switzerland
Object is regular taxed. Differential taxation is not possible

Dvarapala

A Dvarapala is an Indian and Southeast Asian guardian figure. The name derives from the Sanskrit terms ‘dvara’ (gate) and ‘pala’ (protector). In Hinduism and Buddhism the figure of the Dvarapala is a common architectural element. It usually comes in pairs and is often found on both sides of gates to palaces or temples as well as at village entrances where they have an apotropaic function. Dvarapalas are mainly depicted as warriors or fearsome giants with simple, archaic weapons.



Condition: The relief in fair condition consistent with age. It measures 24 x 23 cm (height x width).

Provenance: Collection of Jack Zuberbühler, Switzerland
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