Bronze Statue of Hindu Goddess Lakshmi
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Bronze Statue of Hindu Goddess Lakshmi
About the Item
- Creator:Rajhastani (Metalworker)
- Dimensions:Height: 58 in (147.32 cm)Width: 20 in (50.8 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
- Style:Folk Art (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Bronze,Cast
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. lost colors to wheels and livery.
- Seller Location:North Hollywood, CA
- Reference Number:Seller: KA6191stDibs: LU906816625862
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