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70 - CENTRAL INDIA, Khajuraho – 12th century.
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Estimate €1,500 - €2,000
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CENTRAL INDIA, Khajuraho – 12th century. Architectural element, pillar, depicting an Apsara, a celestial dancer, carved from red sandstone; richly adorned, she is depicted in the tribhanga pose beneath the spreading branches of a tree, mounted on a plinth. 78 x 23 x 20 cm Some damage. Provenance: Private collection, Paris. Notes: Apsaras are celestial nymphs from Hindu mythology, renowned for their beauty, grace and exceptional talent for dance. They are mentioned in ancient sacred texts, notably the Rigveda and the Mahabharata. According to tradition, they are said to have emerged during the churning of the milk ocean, a mythological episode in which the gods (devas) and the asuras joined forces to obtain amrita, the nectar of immortality. The apsaras are closely associated with water, clouds and fertility. Endowed with supernatural powers, they can change their appearance at will and are sometimes tasked with entertaining the gods or influencing the fate of mortals. They are often depicted as the wives of the gandharvas, the celestial musicians, and symbolise harmony, elegance and the performing arts. Minor flaws
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Auction time 08/30/2026 at 2:00 PM
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