A CHLORITE SCHIST HEAD OF A FEMALE DEITY, PALA EMPIRE, END OF 11TH CENTURY Northeastern India. The deity is depicted with an urna between the eyes. The elaborate headdress shows several small Buddha figures: Three Akshobyas above two dhyani Buddhas and one Vairocana flanked by two Amithabas. Provenance: From the private collection of Monsieur Rambagh, a Belgian antique shop owner, by repute acquired in the late 1970s to early 1980s, and thence by descent. Condition: Excellent condition considering the age of this piece, with wear, erosion, weathering and some losses. Weight: 5.9 kg Dimensions: 30.2 cm (the head) and 36.8 cm (incl. base) Associated metal base. (2)