Nepal, 19th century. The finely carved stone frieze depicts Tara in lalitasana on a double lotus base, below a small image of Buddha Amoghasiddhi with his hands in dharmachakra mudra, all within an elaborately carved and beaded halo.
Condition: Remnants of ancient lacquer gilding. Losses as visible on image. Superb natural patina with an unctuous surface and fine old wear. Provenance: From an old German private collection.