Pilgrim's plaque, black stone, NE-India, Pala-Dynasty, 11-12th century.
Description
Square pilgrim plaque in black stone from the Pala Dynasty (NE-India), 11-12th century. The obverse with a figuratively carved circle presumably illustrates the 10 incarnations of Vishnu. In the center of the circle a knobby protrusion. The back divided into 9 fields, with central figure of Vishnu flanked by Bhudevi and Shridevi. Above Vishnu, Gaja-Lakshmi is seen flanked by two elephants. Under Vishnu, Garuda is seen. Rosettes in the 4 corners.
Height: 9.3 cm
Width: 9.3 cm
Depth: 1 cm
Weight: 321 grams.Show more
Condition
Age and wear and tear. Refusal on the back, top left corner and bottom for center left side.
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Description
Square pilgrim plaque in black stone from the Pala Dynasty (NE-India), 11-12th century. The obverse with a figuratively carved circle presumably illustrates the 10 incarnations of Vishnu. In the center of the circle a knobby protrusion. The back divided into 9 fields, with central figure of Vishnu flanked by Bhudevi and Shridevi. Above Vishnu, Gaja-Lakshmi is seen flanked by two elephants. Under Vishnu, Garuda is seen. Rosettes in the 4 corners.
Height: 9.3 cm
Width: 9.3 cm
Depth: 1 cm
Weight: 321 grams.Show more
Condition
Age and wear and tear. Refusal on the back, top left corner and bottom for center left side.
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Time, Location
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