Large 19th Century Multicolor Carved & Painted Wood Statue of Garuda From Temple

  

Large 19th century hand carved and hand painted figure of Deity Garuda. Beautifully detailed, fully hand painted body, intricate carved accents, sophisticated character and impressive scale. Removable wings on the dragon, on the Garuda and removable tail. Dimensions: Height 37 in x Width 24 1/4 in x Depth 16 in. Base measurements: Width 10 in x Depth 9 1/4 in.

The Deity figure is in good condition, several broken feathers, general wear, dents, nicks. Small info about Deity: Garuda (Sanskrit:???? A) is a Hindu deity who is primarily depicted as the mount (vahana) of the Hindu god Vishnu. This divine creature is mentioned in the Hindu, Buddhist, and Jain faiths.

According to Hinduism: Garuda is Lord Vishnu's mount (vahana), embodying power, strength, and protection. According To Buddhism: Garuda is frequently shown as a guardian figure, linked with knowledge and the power to fend off evil. The Chambers of Arts & Oddities.