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. *Era: Antique *Material: Stone/Iron *Size: 10"(L) x 5“(D) x 23"(H) *Color: Yellow/Green *Condition: Wear consistent with age & use, blemishes and imperfections will be present. These are not to be consider defects but rather pa