A NORTH INDIAN SANDSTONE FIGURE OF A DEVI, 14th/15th CENTURYA NORTH INDIAN SANDSTONE FIGURE OF A DEVI, 14th/15th CENTURYSandstoneNorth India, 14th/15th centuryThe heavy sandstone with a depiction of a full-breasted Devi, an Indian goddess and manifestation of ultimate truth and supreme power. The stone is weathered, as are the facial features, however the composition has not lost any of its power or serenity. A hand is visible to the left of the Devi, a remnant of the larger frieze.Dimensions: HEIGHT 31 CMCondition: Fair condition – the frieze is obviously incomplete, and the stone has been glued in two separate areas – requires professional restorationProvenance: German private collection