Older Nepalese guard statue, Nepal, mid 20th century

Older Nepalese guard statue. Beautiful head!, visible erosion but a special expression. Beads may have once formed the eyes. The statue is mounted on a metal base. Namaskara Mudra and statues of guards can be found all over Nepal. The style sometimes shows the region. They can be found in houses, near bridges, near a tree in the village, etc. See the photos for the condition. Free from bugs!

Length: 47 cm, including foot 49.5 cm
Total weight: 998 grams
Origin: Nepal
Date: mid 20th century