PARVATI.
India. Ca. 9th/10th c.

Gray sandstone with patina skin. The consort of hindu god Shiva is standing in trihanga resp. contrapposto. With her right hand she is holding a lotus bud next to her shoulder; the left hand is in lola hasta gesture with the finger tips pointing to the bottom. She wears a tight-fitting dhoti; a high crown and jewelry. Height 62cm. Standing on a base. Condition A/B.Art trade; Van Ham.