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Antique Indian bronze puja altar with inscription
Nr. 4050-92

Indian bronze puja altar, three-quarter view of the stepped base with arched backplate
Indian bronze puja altar, full-front view with inscription band along the lower tier
Bronze puja altar from India, angled front view showing arched back and four feet
Indian bronze puja altar, side profile with stepped platform and rear mounting pegs
Indian bronze puja altar, rear view with central vertical brace on the backplate
Indian bronze puja altar, side view of the backplate and stepped platform
Indian bronze puja altar, top view showing green patina on the platform and arched back
Detail of the bronze finial on top of the arched backplate of the puja altar
Close-up of the finial and upper edge of the arched bronze backplate
Close-up of the finial and right side of the arched rim on the bronze altar backplate
Detail of the scalloped arched edge of the backplate, showing wear and bronze patina
Detail of one foot and the moulded edge of the stepped base on the bronze puja altar
Detail of the base corner with incised inscription and one foot of the bronze altar
Close-up of the inscription band on the base and the foot of the Indian bronze puja altar
Detail of the top platform with square fixing holes and green patina on the bronze surface
Detail of the platform corner with square openings and oxidised bronze patina
Indian bronze puja altar, underside view with four round feet and visible construction
Indian bronze puja altar, three-quarter view of the stepped base with arched backplate
Indian bronze puja altar, full-front view with inscription band along the lower tier
Indian bronze puja altar, top view showing green patina on the platform and arched back
Close-up of the finial and upper edge of the arched bronze backplate
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Antique Indian bronze puja altar with inscription
Nr. 4050-92

€ 950

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Details:
  • Material : bronze
  • 33,7 cm high
  • 24,4 cm wide and 22 cm deep
  • 19th century
  • This bronze ritual throne was used as a sacred place for a statue of a god and symbolizes worship, devotion, and spiritual presence.
  • On the front an inscription in Devanagari script is shown, probably a name, date, donation, or religious text.
  • Weight: 3,4 kgs
  • Originating from India

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Description

This antique Indian bronze puja altar, dating back to the 19th century, represents a significant piece of cultural heritage from India. Standing at 33.7 cm and measuring 24.4 cm wide and 22 cm deep, this altar was traditionally used as a sacred space for housing a statue of a god, signifying worship and devotion within Hindu practices.

The altar features intricate detailing, emphasizing the artistic craftsmanship prevalent in Indian bronze work of that period. An inscription in the Devanagari script adorns the front, likely recording a name, date, donation, or religious text, adding a personal historical connection to the piece. The bronze material contributes to its durability, allowing it to withstand the test of time while maintaining its spiritual significance.

India boasts a rich spiritual and artistic tradition, with rituals and altars being central to daily life for many communities. This puja altar not only serves a functional purpose in worship but also embodies the artistic expressions and cultural identities of the regions from which it originated. Weighing 3.4 kg, this altar is not just an object of reverence but also a tangible link to India’s diverse religious history and artistic legacy.

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