Antique Khmer Bayon Style Bronze Vishnu Statue
Ca. 19th century khmer Bayon style Vishnu. Vishnu is both world protector and preserver, restorer of moral order - he is all-powerful and all-pervasive by nature. In his 8 arms he holds a variety of objects and is clad in a traditional Khmer dhoti in Khmer style.
The sculpture demonstrates the ecumenical nature of iconography in the Bayon period.
Provenance: Ex- private US Collection.
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Provenance: Private US Collection
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 55cm / 22"
General Condition: Good condition. Consistent with age.
SCBR1842
Condition Report: Good condition. Consistent with age.
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Ca. 19th century khmer Bayon style Vishnu. Vishnu is both world protector and preserver, restorer of moral order - he is all-powerful and all-pervasive by nature. In his 8 arms he holds a variety of objects and is clad in a traditional Khmer dhoti in Khmer style.
The sculpture demonstrates the ecumenical nature of iconography in the Bayon period.
Provenance: Ex- private US Collection.
Please contact us for high resolution images of the piece.
Provenance: Private US Collection
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 55cm / 22"
General Condition: Good condition. Consistent with age.
SCBR1842
Condition Report: Good condition. Consistent with age.