627
Lokapalas
Estimate
10.000 - 15.000
Session 2
8 October 2015
Hammer Price
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A pair of terracotta sculptures
Representing triumphant guardians above two devils
Traces of polychromy and gilding
Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD)
Height: 62,5 cm
Category
Sculpture
Additional Information
Accompanied by Oxford Authentication Ltd. thermoluminescence certificate, dated of 26th February 2010
Lokapalas are mithologycal figures of the Hindu and Buddhist religions, described as guardians of the four Cardinal points and "Celestial Kings"
These figures were used in funeral context at the tombs doors to fight evil souls
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