India - Devangana In Sandstone - Madhya Pradesh - 17th Time.

Pretty and elegant flute player called "Devangana" in sandstone. She stands on her right foot while her left foot serves as a support. The terrace on which she stands decorated on the front side. Its swaying is assimilated to the tantric art of central India (Madhya Pradesh). Her hair as well as her body are adorned with traditional jewelry. The sculpture of the face among other things is very finely detailed. The protuberance at the back of her skull made it possible to fix her in an alcove decorating a temple. Mounted on independent base. Central India - Madhya Pradesh - 17th century - Very good general condition and remains of polychromy Dimensions: Height: 41 cm; Length: 16cm; width: 7cm. Provenance: Belgian Vanderweerden collection.