Lot 357: AN INDIAN FOLK BRONZE FIGURE OF NANDI OR A BHUTA BULL.
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This bronze sculpture depicts a stylised bovine, identified as Nandi, the sacred mount of Shiva, or a Nandigona associated with the Bhuta cults of South India, particularly the Karnataka region. The figure is rendered in a traditional folk-art style, featuring a compact body, sturdy legs, and curved horns. The head is detailed with large, almond-shaped eyes and a blunt muzzle.
H: Approximately 7cm
Condition report:
The figure is in good stable condition, showing characteristic surface wear and softening of details consistent with age and ritual handling. There is a small casting void present on the underside of the belly, which is a common feature of the lost-wax casting process. Minor oxidation and encrustation are present in the recessed areas.
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