Finely painted in gouache and gold on linen with a rare depiction of the five-faced Shiva with twelve hands and his consort seated in his lap. Surrounded by various smaller emanations as well as other multi-armed deities. Chinese brocade mounting with shou signs and dragons. Three character-signature to backside.
Condition: Good original condition with some creases, stains and losses. The mounting with minor tears, losses and loose threads. Provenance: From the private collection of an Austrian lawyer who worked for the IAEA, a UN organization. Acquired during frequent travels to Ladakh and the region in 1970s, probably from Hemis or Spituk monasteries. Thence by descent to the present owner.
Dimensions: 119 x 79 cm (the image) and 170 x 110 cm (the mounting)