Khmer Deity, likely Vishnu, Angkor Period, 12th/13th Century - $12,000 - (Fort Collins, CO)
0 0 1 515 2939 Colorado School of Mines 24 6 3448 14.0 Normal 0 false false false EN-US JA X-NONE Khmer Deity, likely Vishnu, Angkor Period, 12th/13th Century Sandstone, Height 99 cm (39 inches) without the high quality metal base This is an excellent two-armed deity, most likely representing Vishnu; without the attributes that he would have held in his hands it’s difficult to positively identify the deity. The sampot, worn low in front is depicted as being of heavier material, with the upper hem projecting from the body rather than following the contours of the hips. The arrangement of the pleated garment with tow frontal hanging panels closely follows tenth-century styles, but minor variations occur revealing its twelfth-century date such as the six ‘pockets’ pulled diagonally from the right thigh to the left. The fine carving of the sampot distinguishes this from lesser sculptures created in the provinces during this period; the sampot pleats are even and precise. A jeweled belt helps to secure the garment. Hanging down the center are two pleated panels of cloth, the shorter panel above the longer one. Both panels terminate in the bifurcated, splayed ‘fishtail’ (or ‘anchor’) motif. The face, diadem and high chignon are skillfully carved and show the skill of the Khmer sculptor; this is a classic and very fine example of the Angkor Wat style. This authentic Khmer sculpture is from my personal collection. It was purchased about 25 years ago from a reputable antique dealer in Bangkok that I’ve known for over 30 years. At that time Bangkok was recognized as the center of the Khmer antiquities trade. This is a large and heavy sculpture and will be packed and crated to insure it is safely transported to its new home.
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