Khmer Empire, Angkor period, 975-1000. Wearing an elaborate crown as well as a headband tied around the back of his head, the face with a calm expression with almond-shaped eyes, gently arched eyebrows, a broad nose, and full lips forming a subtle smile. With a modern associated metal base. Pre Rup is a Hindu temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built for the Khmer king Rajendravarman (reigned 944-968) and dedicated in 961 or early 962.
Condition: Good condition commensurate with age, with extensive wear and losses. Provenance: Belgian private collection.
Weight: 895.0 g (excl. base) Dimensions: Height 20.8 cm (incl. base), 12.5 cm (excl. base)
Auction result comparison: A related head, though larger and in considerably better condition, was sold by Sotheby’s New York in Indian & Southeast Asian Works of Art on 24 March 2011, lot 28, for USD $122,500.
