19th C. Indian Wood Panel of Vishnu w/ Torana Arch

South Asia, India, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. A wonderful hand-carved wooden panel featuring Vishnu, Hindu Preserver of the Universe, in relief within an arch. He stands on a shelf with his legs crossed in a relaxed pose. In his four arms are attributes, including a mace in his lower right hand and the weapon represents the power of the law. Elsewhere, his body is adorned with ornately carved jewels and clothing, including a closely fitting dhoti secured at his waist by a hanging girdle. Upon his head is a conical headdress, an artistic convention popularly used to portray Vishnu. He is slightly recessed under a torana arch with scrolling motifs. This panel is a wonderful devotional piece that may have resided in a home shrine or temple. Size: 6.5" L x 2" W x 13.125" H (16.5 cm x 5.1 cm x 33.3 cm); 15" H (38.1 cm) on included custom stand.

Provenance: private Evergreen, Colorado, USA collection; ex-private Denver, Colorado, USA, collection, acquired 1960 to 2000

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#164064
Condition Report: Chips and stable pressure fissure on front top. Nicks and chips to high pointed areas, including toes and hand. Modern nail and wire on verso. Nice weathering and patina on wood.