South India, 19th century. A chola style miniature bronze, wherein a goddess, most likely Parvath,i is seated in lalitasana on a lotus pedestal that arises from a square base. Her right hand holds a lotus bud while her left hand is held in a mudra. She is well-ornamented with a conical crown, waist belt, sacred cross belt, armlets, necklaces and anklets.
Condition: Good condition with some associated surface wear – all commensurate with age. Provenance: Parisian private collection.