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Antique Carved Khmer Sandstone Head of a Male Diety Cambodia

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A carved red sandstone head of the Angkor period style, circa 12-13th century.. The iconic facial features is reminiscent to the "Smiling God King" found widely in Bayon Temple of Angkor Thom. The widely set almond-shaped eyes are accentuated with flared nostrils and full lips. The crown is topped with a lingam-shape hair knot with detailed carving, suggesting the deity likely represents Shiva. Sandstone was typically used for sculpture and statue in Bayon as it was available from surrounding Kulen Mountains.
The height of the head itself measures 9.5h by 7.5w by 6.25d. It was fitted onto a modern wooden base that totals a height of 16 inches. Estate piece in original condition and purchased by the owner in Bangkok in the mid-1960's.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	Pre 18th Century
Materials:	Sandstone, wood.
Condition:	Good. Antique condition as shown, patina, minor chips on the crown and small scraps on the back, scuffs on the wood base as shown.
Creation Date:	Cambodia, 12th-13th Century.
Styles / Movements:	Other, Asian, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	129318

Dimensions

W.	7 in;	H.	16.5 in;	D.	7 in;
W.	17.78 cm;	H.	41.91 cm;	D.	17.78 cm;

Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion

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