Shiva Nataraja Wood India, Tamil Nadu

J. R. Pons Collection, Spain, 1970's

The wood cracked on surface with desiccation. The second right arm is broken at the elbow and the hand is broken off the third right arm and re-attached, not shown in the photograph. A section at the top left of the panel is carved separately and attached. The right arm of the recumbent figure is broken and a chip appears at the top right of the panel on the garland coming from the kirtimukha mouth, otherwise fair condition. The back shows the natural, knarled wood.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

Cf. Joseph M. Dye III; The Arts of India, Virginia, 2001, pp. 172 - 173, figs. 61 and 62.