= Ancient Dancing Krishna Jubilant Butter Thief, Chola Period 13th C. Tamil Nadu

Description: Ancient Dancing Krishna Jubilant Butter Thief, Chola Period 13th C., Tamil Nadu, South India For your consideration is an ancient copper alloy altar figurine of Dancing Krishna, the eight avatar of Vishnu, the supreme ruler and preserver of the cosmos, a major deity in the Hindu pantheonMasterly elaborated, intricately detailed depiction of the deity in Nritya Dancing pose with his foot raised. This image is known as Krishna the butter thiefAccordingly to the story as a mischievous child he eventually stole a piece of butter from his foster mother YashodaThe detail on this figurine is simply EXCEPTIONAL! The photos do not do its justice! It is much more beautiful in hand!Circa late Chola period - 13th C., Tamil Nadu, South IndiaProvenance: An important collection of a renown American sculptorA very similar figurine is part of the Asian Art QaGoma collection in Australia, acc.# 2021.160 Measurements: Approx. 2.5" x 1.5" x 1"Weighs about 2 oz. Condition: Very Good overall. Please see photos. Exceptional multilayered patina, developed over the centuries. All original. We Will Combine Shipping Whenever Possible For Your Convenience! Local Pickups Are Welcome! Take a look at the other items we have for sale now. Click here to visit our eBay Store! Please e-mail us for additional photos or information that can give you a better idea about this item! Buyer is responsible for the actual shipping cost Our items are described with the best of our knowledge and ability. To avoid any misunderstandings and in case of any doubt, please e-mail us. We will be glad to answer all of your questions and provide additional photos and/or information

Price: 475 USD

Location: Spring, Texas

End Time: 2024-12-09T23:27:43.000Z

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