India Polychrome Marble Sacred Cow with Calf (Gomata Govatsa Dwadashi) - 93 mm

A polychrome marble Gomata for Govatsa Dwadashi sacred day fertility statue talisman from the ancient Indian culture. Second MIllennium AD. On Govatsa Dwadashi (Vasu Baras), worshipping a marble idol of Gomata with her calf symbolizes reverence for Kamadhenu, attracting prosperity, abundance, and blessings for fertility. Placing a white marble Gomata in the northeast direction fosters positive energy, as the cow represents nurturing and maternal divinity. In good condition. It has been cleaned partly, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient, hand cutting,carving and grinding. Traces of use and age on its surface. Purchased mid 90's in London by Dr. Zelnik on the local art market. Important information : The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States. Provenance : This item comes from the collection of Dr. István Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting. Former diplomat, Asian Art collector, Researcher. Publications : More than 20 essays on Southeast Asian politics and economy. Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.

Estimation:€325

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