Sandstone Torso of Vishnu and the Head

Description:

Sandstone Torso of Vishnu and the Head, Cambodia, Angkor period, wearing a pleated skirt tied to form fish tail-shaped drapes, head detached with metal peg attachment, torso with two pegs mounted on a modern marble stone stand, overall ht. 27, statue 21 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

numerous breakages and chips, extensive loss of details particularly to face.


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