Antique Carved Stone Sadhu Statue

An antique finely carved statue from southern India that was originally part of an exterior wall of a temple. This antique statue is hand-carved out of stone, which is a common material used in Indian temple art due to its durability and ability to be intricately carved. This antique Indian figure depicts a high priest blowing the shofar in a standing position. This temple figure statue shows signs of wear traces of its original painted finish. Found in India **Please bear in mind that colors of products shown may vary slightly from their original color due to monitor display settings or photography studio lighting. Specifications Material: Hand-carved stone with traces of original painted finish Dimensions: 9.25"L x 6"D x 27.25"H Origin: Antique; South Indian Hindu temple architectural stone sculptural tradition (Sadhu holy man with conch); carved stone, Southern India Era: Antique Condition: Wear consistent with age and use; traces of original painted finish with natural aging Special Detail: Sadhu (Hindu holy man) in standing position blowing a conch in ritual practice; originally part of an exterior temple wall; traces of multi-color painted finish add historical depth and authenticity