Fire-gilded bronze Brahma with four faces – India, late 19th century

Fire-gilded bronze figure of Brahma, seated in lalitasana on a lotus carried by three elephants. Four faces, four arms, tiered crown. One raised hand holds a pointed attribute; the other hands are open or rest on knee and lap.

India, late 19th century, circa 1850–1900. Hollow cast. The fire gilding remains in the folds, the jewellery and the crown; on the high points it has worn away. Base open, with casting core. Not an 18th-century piece and not a recent decorative casting.

Origin: India.
Dating: late 19th century, c. 1850–1900.
Material: bronze, fire gilding.
Dimensions: H 20 × W 13 cm.
Weight: 1.3 kg.
SKU: 055.

Each object is examined before it is offered: material, casting or carving technique, surface, and signs of age are compared with documented references. You will receive a certificate of authenticity and an official invoice detailing the period, material, and available provenance.

How we verify authenticity

Fully insured worldwide shipping in museum-quality packaging. Returns are sent to our Dutch address and you have a 14-day cooling-off period.

Read the shipping policy and the refund policy.

Pay securely at checkout with credit card, Klarna, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. The certificate of authenticity and the invoice are included in the price.