A BRONZE FIGURE DEPICTING SURYA Nepal, 10th/11th Century

the deity standing on a double lotus throne, with three-pointed crown and high jatamukata, the right and left arm raised at the elbows grasping lotus stems, with flaming halo and flowing scarfs, the diaphanous dhoti billowing at the ankles, wearing the identifying ankle-high boots

J.J. Klejman, 20 May 1973; thence by descent.

Wear and accretion overall, consistent with age. Halo element bent forward, as viewed. Areas of oxidation and patination throughout. Lugs at back and base reverse.
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Himalayan Art Resources item no. 12947