Antique Indian Stone Celestial Dancer

An antique finely carved statue from southern India with a polychrome painted finish 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 celestial dancer performing in honor of the gods. This Hindu statue of a Devata, a celestial dancer is shown in a standing position cross legged with contorting body which reflects a dance position. This stone Indian statue is shown wearing a traditional Saree in green & yellow colors with elaborate jewelry. This temple figure statue shows signs of wear and damage to one of the leg and is mounted on a metal stand. Found in Tamil Nadu **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: Carved stone with polychrome painted finish on metal stand Dimensions: 10"L x 5"D x 23"H Origin: Antique; Southern Indian Hindu carved stone temple wall Devata celestial dancer figure devotional sculptural tradition; carved painted stone, Tamil Nadu, South India Era: Antique Condition: Missing leg piece and discoloration; wear consistent with age and use; blemishes consistent with historical character Special Detail: Originally part of the exterior wall of a South Indian temple; depicts a Devata celestial dancer in a standing cross-legged position with contorting body reflecting a dance pose; carved from stone and painted in polychrome with a traditional green and yellow saree and elaborate jewelry; mounted on a metal stand; found in Tamil Nadu