371, Lot: 1279. Estimate $1500. Sold for $6000. This amount does not include the buyer’s fee.

Sandstone relief of Ganga. Northern India, circa 8th century AD. The goddess Ganga (Ganges) stands facing on a crocodile, flanked by her attendants. To upper right sits Lord Ganesh. Height: approx. 39cm (15.5in). An attractive piece. Some scattered breaks, but none too obtrusive to the overall composition.