Antique patinated bronze/ copper alloy figure, India, depicting the Hindu goddess Bhu-Devi (Bhudevi), goddess of earth/ fertility and consort of Vishnu, with conical crown, right arm holding a lotus bud, rising on a lotus base with mounting holes for processional use, approx 18.75"h, 5.5"w, 5"d, 17.75lbs **Provenance: the contents of a retired Wall Street executive's lakeside compound**

02.09.2026- In my opinion regarding LOT: 1273- please note that I am not an expert on such items so have taken numerous high-resolution images for your review, the figure stands sturdy and stable on a flat table surface, the patina is varied, exhibiting a mix of mellow brown and Verde tones throughout, I note scattered areas of pitting visible across the face, torso, arms, and base, minor surface losses, light rubs, small nicks, and general wear throughout with age, the gown exhibits small losses and areas of thinning to both sides, please see images, the pedestal shows a small loss at the front near the feet and toes, along with additional small losses, nicks, edge wear, and areas of roughness concentrated along the lower edges and corners

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