Indian Standing Bronze Vishnu

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This good-sized image of Vishnu standing has been cast as a single piece in bronze. It has clear signs of age; a pleasing golden-brown patina; and light wear from puja rituals that have softened its contours but left its features intact.

The figure has four arms. His principal right arm is in varada-mudra. The hand of his principal left arm rests on his side in a katyavalambita gesture.

The two upper arms would have held attributes but no longer are these present.

Vishnu wears various fine body ornaments including complex earrings; a dhoti cast with stripes in high relief and with prominent, flowing ribbons; and a tall crown.

The figure stands on a superb dais that comprises two lotus platforms stacked on one another.

Overall, it is a fine and well cast piece with a wonderful colour.