18th C. Indian Bronze Garuda Figure

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South Asia, India, ca. 18th century CE. A cast bronze garuda figure, assuming both human and avian features. Bedecked with jewels, a high headdress, and an elaborate costume, the garuda figure gazes upward while posed upon bent knees with extended hands and wings behind. Garuda is a mythical human-bird hybrid that serves as the Hindu god Vishnu's vahana (mount). Size: 1.6" W x 1.7" H (4.1 cm x 4.3 cm)

Provenance: private Los Angeles, California, USA collection

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#133850
Condition Report: Minor abrasions and encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Light patina throughout.