Southern Asian Mythical Beast Door Handle

19th-20th century AD. A door handle modelled as a pouncing mythical beast wearing a headdress, forepaws held in front of the face with claws ready to attack, prominent phallus, small creature astride the beast's paws, detailing across the body and head; a plaque at the feet and to the shoulders with foliate motifs in relief and holes for attachment. 820 grams, 31cm (12 1/4"). The RWM Collection; acquired in France 2019. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.