Β KHMER SANDSTONE HEAD OF A MALE DEITY,
BURMA. CAMBODIA. CHINA. INDIA. INDONESIA. JAPAN. KOREA. LANKA. LAO. THAILAND.TIBET. Β 7 DAY XMAS SALE 50% to 80% OFF AS PRICED - ORIGINAL LISTING PRICE @ $ Khmer Sandstone Male Deity Head, 'Bakheng' Style, Angkorian Period, 10th C. Description: A powerful sandstone fragmented Head of a Male Deity, sensitively carved in traditional Bakheng style, an iconic example of Khmer artistry at its finest, masterfully rendered in realistic human form, with exacting detail and aesthetic alignment of the features. The face is square with wide open leaf-shaped eyes set beneath finely carved continuous ridged eyebrows, a prominent nose, full mouth with smiling lips, and long pendulous earlobes frame his face. The hair is arranged in a tall 'Chignon' style headdress, symbolic of royalty, composed of symmetrically tiered loops, rising to a lotus flower finial carved at the top. xxxxx Originally chiseled as a full figured image, this fragmented portion is an exquisite example, unaltered, with no condition issues, with the exception of a minor repair to the nose. The piece reveals a well weathered and worn surface, with a naturally aged dark brown patina of molted varieations, embedded with mineral deposits and soil encrustations, showing minor surface degradation, and clear evidence of selective erosion that developes after extended exposure to the elements over time. Data Observation: Excellent Condition, with the exception of small surface abrasions, and a minor repair to the nose. Please view detailed photos for overall quality and minor imperfections of the item. Dimensions: Height: inches (cm) with removeable stand. Note: Based on size and weight this statue will be shipped by "BOAT ONLY" PORT TO PORT (see details). Shipping: Item(s) shipped direct from Thailand worldwide, through Thailand Sea Freight (3-5 weeks) depending on container size and weight. Purchaser is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees Taxes and related un-forseen charges, which may be assessed by the Buyers Government. All items shall include insurance, and will be handled with the utmost care and professionally packed. The winning bidder agrees that any and all claims for loss, damage, or confiscated by country customs of the item will be handled solely through the insurance claims process or the shipping carrier. Items shipped by 'Boat' shall include all necessary documents required for customs clearances, including 'Bill of Lading' and transfer documents. - Purchaser is responsible for "Delivery Charges" for Ground Freight Sevice from Port of Entry to your final destination, and must be arranged between you the "Purchaser" and the Sea Freight agent upon arrival of your crate (normally you will be contacted prior to shipment's arrival). Buyer is responsible for any applied Customs Duty Fees, Taxes, Over-stay Dock fees, and related un-forseen charges, which may be assessed by the Buyers Government. Terms: Pay Pal is the accepted method of payment, and must be received within 24 hours of the auction end: includes a 7 day return policy, item must be returned in the exact same condition as sold. Return shipment must be paid by the purchaser. Guarantee: 100% Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed - We are extremely confident that all items presented from our collection are genuine antiques. In the event the authenticity of an artifact is disputed, please contact us immediately. We will refund the respective purchase price, less a 10% (ten percent) re-stocking fee, provided that the item is returned in the original condition, and at the customers expense, together with copies of the respective receipt (s) and supporting evidence from a suitable qualified authority, certifing that the item we have sent you is not antique. Siam Gallery Co. reserves the right to contest a customers assessment in the event that proof is available to support the pieces authenticity. Please e-mail us with your questions and bid with confidence. Please allow time for pictures to load. View additional photos below.