A PHYLLITE STELE DEPICTING VISHNU Eastern India, Pala period, 12th Century

the deity standing in samapada on a lotus base flanked by his consorts Lakshmi and Saraswati holding a chamara and vina, the arms of deity without identifying attributes save for the staff of the mace, the sides of the stele depicted with animals, scrolling foliage and garland-bearing celestial beings, with a kirtimuka on the apex 

Sotheby's New York, 24 September 2004, lot 42.

Wear, accretion and scattered areas of paint throughout. Losses to Vishnu's crown, areas of loss to face at nose and mouth and right ear. Losses to both secondary arms and both primary forearms. Some losses to both shins of central figure, losses to the noses and legs of four lower attendant figures. Scattered areas of pitting throughout.
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.