A RARE RED SANDSTONE FIGURE OF NAGARAJA, THE SERPENT KING, 9TH-10TH CENTURY India, Rajasthan or Madhya Pradesh. Carved standing with one knee slightly bent, the right hand resting on the thigh and the left holding up a large serpent, the serene face with gently arched eyebrows above heavy-lidded almond-shaped eyes and full lips forming a subtle smile, the long hair arranged in spiraling curls. Provenance: Belgian private collection, by repute acquired before 1980. A noted Belgian private collector, acquired from the above. Condition: Overall good condition with extensive weathering and wear, structural cracks, losses. Weight: 16.5 kg (total) Dimensions: Height 57.5 cm (excl. base) With a modern metal base. (2)