Dvarapala Guardian Chariot Carving - 19th Century Door Coffee Tables The original paint is still

The original paint is still visible in parts & rubbed back in others

Losses To Paint Consistent With Age

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Dvarapala Guardian Chariot Carving - 19th Century Door Coffee Tables The original paint is stillThis South Indian panel is from a temple chariot locally called ter or Ratha Yatra. It depicts a Dvarapala guardian for an unknown female Hindu deity. In her right hand is a mace. Her left hand is in Tarjani Mudra with her index finger extended in warning to any miscreants. The index finger has long since broken. Dvarapalas were most often seen depicted either side of a doorway to a temple or shrine. Although they were often seen with four arms, two