Votive Shrine Sculpture from Nepal

Carved wooden votive figure with layered surface of offerings and remains from the clay mixture used to repair the walls of the temple. A serene example rendered in classic form. Early 20th century ,

A wonderfully abstract example with flared hands in a stylized pose, exaggerated facial features and obvious signs of age and field use as an offering or shrine idol. The sculpture measures 14.25 inch

Old Guardian or Votive shrine idol in classic prayer like pose , weathered surface with small areas of lichen . Nepal. The Idol measures 14.25 inches tall. Collected in the 1960s/ 70s, from a private

This is a very old wooden ancestor shrine sculpture from Western Nepal. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed on shrines and fresh water springs as protection from evil spir

This is a very impressive and quite old wooden shrine sculpture from Western Nepal. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed on shrines and fresh water springs as Guardians and

This is a very impressive and quite old wooden shrine sculpture from Western Nepal. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed on shrines and fresh water springs as protection fr

This is a very old wooden ancestor shrine sculpture head from Western Nepal. Such sculptures were placed on bridges, at crossroads and placed on shrines and fresh water springs as protection from evil

Ancient carved wooden post with praying figure carved in relief and incised. From Western Nepal and the Tribal Dhopal region. Measures 9 inches tall.

prayer shrine, Nepal, 20th c., wood with insetbronze figures different divinities, semi- precious stones, votive offerings and jeweleryelements, approx. 42x58x5cm

Ancient carved wooden post with praying figure carved in relief and incised. From Western Nepal and the Tribal Dhopal region. Measures 9 inches tall.

A traditional carved wooden idol that would traditionally guard Village, shrines and crossroads. Nepal. Measures 17.5 inches tall on wooden base.Provenance: Ex Prof. Charles Bordogna, Past curator of

A very old and fascinating wooden idol from Nepal. This is a genuine old example that was carved from a dense wood. The sculpture is the type that were placed on Village shrines, intersections and sou

A very old and fascinating wooden idol from Nepal. This is a genuine old example that was carved from a dense wood. The sculpture is the type that were placed on Village shrines, intersections and sou

Carved wood shrine idol or votive figure with heavily weathered and eroded surface, old insect damage as well as a sunbaked gray surface patina. The idol measures 12 inches tall. Nepal. Provenance: A

A heavily eroded and weathered shrine idol in classic form hands in prayer like pose and signs of ritual offerings. The idol has been professionally custom mounted and measures 14 inches tall on stand

This is a very old carved wooden protective idol with unusual primitive features and a very well weathered surface suggesting great age. Note the archaic carved image of a dancer. Such sculptures were

wood, heavily sweating sacrificial patina in places, handwritten inventory no. "H.1797", old label with heavily faded writing: "This idol represents "Shango", God of Thunder. Ogun, God of War. Lent by

A very large and rare old female sculpture with child, all carved from a single piece of wood. This figure of a nursing mother was most likely part of a community shrine that honored the founding ance

Antique Northeastern Brazil Votive Sculpture. Carved wood and pigment, early/mid 20th c. Size: 19'' x 6'' x 3.25'' (48 x 15 x 8 cm). Private estate collection, Napa, CA.

ivory sculpture, Nepal, 19.th c., on both sides representation, probably of the goddess Tara, lateral Paradies bird respectively deer and kneeling boy , lateral Kibni muna (Lion mask), fine carving, H

Northeastern Brazil Votive Sculpture, early/mid 20th c. Carved wood and pigment. Size: 9'' x 6'' x 4.5'' (23 x 15 x 11 cm). Private estate collection, Napa, CA.

A carved wooden male effigy in classical form with serene face and a heavy encrusted surface of offerings. Note the bits of egg shell throughout the upper portion of the sculpture.Baule Akan peoples,

Large sculpture of a male and female pair of slaves or captives. carved from a single piece of dense and heavy wood with refined features and some evidence of shrine use, minor areas of wear.Lobi peop

A very large carved wooden village shrine idol of a female ancestor with enlarged belly perhaps suggesting a maternity shrine and shown with one hand on the shoulder and a wonderful facial expression.