Lot no. 30
BOMBAY, Mahārāshtra state, India. Terracotta, metal, old polychromy. Head-portrait of a Maharaja who reigned in Bombay and was probably part of a royal palace decoration. This magnificent portrait illustrates the nobility of the character and is annotated Bombay on the back. Early 20th century. Height: 25 cm. Width: 19 cm. Minor accidents and missing pieces. Note: The city's official name was changed from Bombay to Mumbai in 1995.
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African, American and Oceanic Art
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01/09/2025
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