India, 17th century or earlier. Massively cast, the face showing a fierce expression with furrowed brows above almond-shaped eyes, a hooked nose, and full lips, flanked by large ears, the hair arranged in a flat circular topknot. Mounted to a modern wood base.Provenance: Peter Sloane Early and Eastern Art, 18 May 2012. The late Richard Nathanson, acquired from the above. Richard Nathanson began his career as a porter at Sotheby's in 1966 and subsequently joined the Impressionist department. He left in 1970 to set up as an independent art advisor and had a particular involvement with Sisley, Modigliani, Rouault, Renoir and Bonnard. He produced BBC documentaries and publications on several of these artists.Condition: Good original condition commensurate with age. Extensive wear, dents, cracks, small losses, traces of pigment, wear to gilt.Weight: 1,432 g (incl. base) Dimensions: Height 18.5 cm (incl. base) and 9.5 cm (excl. base)