A Cambodian Khmer Style Sandstone Head

A warm toned sandstone figure head, likely of the Hindu god Shiva, carved in the style of the Khmer Empire, late 12th to early 13th century, serene eyes, long earlobes, and a raised crown over his forehead with tiered raising column in the center.

10 1/8 x 7 x 6 1/4 in.

From the Collection of the late Ronald and Elizabeth Sher, Pittsboro, North Carolina

Some light surface wear; hole to underside of neck.