Lot 253

A FINE CAST BRONZE FIGURE OF PARVATI India, probably 16th century, Parvati is shown standing on a lotus pedestal wearing elaborate ornaments and headdress. Fragmentary lugs and pins at base for transport. Nice rich patina with encrustation and verdigris. Height 24.5".

Estimate.......................................... $2,500-$3,000

Provenance: Dr. K.R. Rao Estate

Lot 254

A CLASSIC BRONZE FIGURE OF VISHNU India, circa 18th century, the four armed figure of Vishnu standing with lower arms in "Abhaya Mudra" and "Varada Mudra" on a lotus base with two uprights for transport. Height 22".

Estimate    $2,000-$3,000

Provenance: Dr. K.R. Rao Estate

Lot 255

A FINE GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF VISHNU India, probably 16th century, the four armed figure of Vishnu holding an ax and a leaping antelope on a rectangular dais with a figure of Nandi reclining. Projecting side lugs and vertical spikes for transport. Height 12.5".

Estimate       $2,000-$5,000

Provenance: Dr. K.R. Rao Estate

Lot 256

A LARGE GILT BRONZE FIGURE OF BUDDHA Thai, 19th century, shown with hands clasped in prayer on a stepped base. Height 21".

Estimate       $1,500-$2,000

Provenance: Dr. K.R. Rao Estate