Lot 582

Indian Bronze Dancing Krishna | Bal Krishna Butter Ball | Lotus Base

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Indian Bronze Dancing Krishna | Bal Krishna Butter Ball | Lotus Base

Estimate: $3,000 - $4,500

Starting Bid: $1,500

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June 12, 2026 9:00 AM MDT
Live Auction
Louisville, CO, US

Description:

South India, ca. early 20th century. South India, early 20th century CE. A finely cast solid bronze figure of the dancing Bal Krishna — Krishna as the divine and mischievous child — depicted in a lively tribhanga pose with one leg raised in dance, holding a ball of butter in his raised hand. The figure stands on an integral square pedestal with a lotus petal base, the lotus being the universal symbol of purity and divine grace in Hindu iconography.

To worship Bal Krishna is to invite the divine child into one's home, inviting with him protection, abundance, and spiritual grace. Size: 5.5”H (14cm).

Provenance: Collection of Prof. Adam Koranyi, NJ. Purchased in Bombay, 1990’s.

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Item # 71580

  • Condition: Overall excellent darkened surface patina. Intact, excellent condition.

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