19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

This is a fine and highly decorative 19th-century Indian cast bronze figure of Shiva Nataraja, depicting the Hindu deity Shiva in his celebrated manifestation as the Lord of the Dance. Dating to the 19th century, the bronze portrays the multi-armed Shiva dynamically dancing within a circular aureole or prabhamandala, surrounded by stylised flames. Shiva is represented with his characteristic attributes, including the damaru or sacred drum held in one hand and a flame in another, while a further hand is raised in a gesture of reassurance and protection. Beneath the dancing figure is the diminutive prostrate figure traditionally associated with Apasmara, representing ignorance or spiritual delusion, over which Shiva triumphs. The whole is raised upon an integral, decoratively cast pedestal base. It is of particularly appealing proportions, the figure retains a wonderfully dark, naturally aged surface and patination throughout, giving the bronze considerable character and presence. The Nataraja is one of the most celebrated images in Indian art, with Shiva's cosmic dance symbolising the eternal cycle of creation, preservation and destruction. A very attractive and increasingly collectable example of 19th-century Indian devotional bronze work, displaying beautifully from all angles. Attributes: Indian Hindu devotional art Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance Cast bronze 19th century Circa 1850–1900 ^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^ *A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece* Delivery Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services. Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell. We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition. For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days. Returns Policy Artsonline provides a genuine no-quibble 14-day money-back refund policy (excluding the cost of Postage and Packaging). Pay securely - Telephone orders welcome Image result for payments accepted logos Secure-Payment-Vpadeb-sa-la-go-th-et-an-gt-006086-BACS-Order-PayPal-M/Card