A pair of South Indian wood carvings of Shiva and Parvati
19th century or later
Each appear unmarked
The two panels, which likely served as decoration for "Rathas" or temple chariots used to carry the idols of Hindu deities in festival processions, carved in haute relief, depicting the Hindu God Shiva and his consort Parvati, 2 pieces
Each: 43.75" H x 21" W x 5" D approximately
Provenance: Estate of Dr. Sanford Kaufman and Dr. P. Waverly Davidson

Other Notes: This lot accompanied by a receipt of purchase from Vajra Art Inc. in New York City dated May 3, 1983.

Each overall good condition with scattered scuffs, scratches, nicks, shrinkage cracks, indentations, and separation at joints commensurate with age and use. Each with heavier nicking along the edges. As well, each with patination and rubbed wear commensurate with use. Condition reports are offered as a courtesy and are typically published in Moran's catalogue or can be made available upon request. The absence of a condition report does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of others. Buyers are responsible for determining to their own satisfaction the true nature and condition of any lot prior to bidding. Though buyers are not legally required to inspect lots prior to purchase, failure to do so may constitute a waiver of complaint that an item was not delivered in a condition equal to the existent condition at the auction.