India, 17th-18th century. A very fine Chola style miniature bronze, wherein Vishnu is represented as Srinivasa with four hands, standing on a lotus pedestal that arises from a square base. His upper hands hold the chakra (disc) and shanka (conch shell) while his lower hands right hand is in a gesture of holding an arrow while his left hand is elegantly raised to hold a bow. He is well-ornamented with a conical crown, broad waist belt, sacred cross belt, armlets, necklaces and anklets.
Condition: Good condition with small dents and surface wear – all commensurate with age. Stunning natural hand patina. Provenance: Parisian private collection.