What is a Shiva Nataraja bronze figure?

A Shiva Nataraja depicts the Hindu deity Shiva as the cosmic dancer performing the Ananda Tandava, symbolising the cosmic cycles of creation, preservation, and destruction.

How were traditional Indian bronze statues crafted?

Traditional Indian bronzes were cast using the lost-wax method (cire perdue), employing a copper alloy structure subsequently finished with detailed hand tooling and polishing.

How can 19th-century Indian bronzes be identified?

Authentic 19th-century bronzes feature hand-carved finishing details, natural surface oxidisation, soft wear on high points, and traditional iconographic proportions.

How can a bronze deity statue be styled in modern interiors?

Position the bronze sculpture on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or console table alongside neutral backdrop surfaces to highlight its silhouette and dark patinated finish.

How should antique bronze figures be cleaned and preserved?

Dust the bronze gently with a soft microfibre cloth or horsehair brush, avoiding water, abrasive chemicals, or metal polishes that can damage the natural patina.

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19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Name: 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1234218
Price: 255 GBP
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19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Brief Description:

This is a fine and highly decorative 19th-century Indian cast bronze figure of Shiva Nataraja, depicting the Hindu deity Shiva in his celebrated manifestation as the Lord of the Dance.

Dating to the 19th century, the bronze portrays the multi-armed Shiva dynamically dancing within a circular aureole or prabhamandala, surrounded by stylised flames.

Shiva is represented with his characteristic attributes, including the damaru or sacred drum held in one hand and a flame in another, while a further hand is raised in a gesture of reassurance and protection.

Beneath the dancing figure is the diminutive prostrate figure traditionally associated with Apasmara, representing ignorance or spiritual delusion, over which Shiva triumphs.

The whole is raised upon an integral, decoratively cast pedestal base.

Of particularly appealing proportions, the figure retains a wonderfully dark, naturally aged surface and patination throughout, giving the bronze considerable character and presence.

The Nataraja is one of the most celebrated images in Indian art, with Shiva's cosmic dance symbolising the eternal cycle of creation, preservation and destruction.

A very attractive and increasingly collectable example of 19th-century Indian devotional bronze work, displaying beautifully from all angles.

Attributes:

Indian

Hindu devotional art

Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Cast bronze

19th century

Circa 1850–1900

Condition:

In good antique condition commensurate with age, with surface wear, oxidation, minor casting irregularities and losses/imperfections consistent with the considerable age of the piece. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition report.

Overall Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 8'' | 20.3 cm

Width: 7.6'' | 19.3 cm

Depth: 2.4'' | 6 cm

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Physical Dimensions

Height

20.3cm (7.99")

Width

19.3cm (7.60")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Declaration

Artsonline has dated this Bronze Shiva Nataraja Statue to the 19th Century.

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SA1234218

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Description

19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Brief Description:

“

This is a fine and highly decorative 19th-century Indian cast bronze figure of Shiva Nataraja, depicting the Hindu deity Shiva in his celebrated manifestation as the Lord of the Dance.

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fig 1. A dark patinated bronze 19th-century figure of Shiva Nataraja dancing within a circular halo of flames atop a lotus pedestal. — fig 1. 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Dating to the 19th century, the bronze portrays the multi-armed Shiva dynamically dancing within a circular aureole or prabhamandala, surrounded by stylised flames.

Shiva is represented with his characteristic attributes, including the damaru or sacred drum held in one hand and a flame in another, while a further hand is raised in a gesture of reassurance and protection.

fig 2. A dark patinated bronze 19th-century figure of Shiva Nataraja dancing within a circular halo of flames atop a lotus pedestal. — fig 2. 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Beneath the dancing figure is the diminutive prostrate figure traditionally associated with Apasmara, representing ignorance or spiritual delusion, over which Shiva triumphs.

The whole is raised upon an integral, decoratively cast pedestal base.

fig 3. A dark patinated bronze 19th-century figure of Shiva Nataraja dancing within a circular halo of flames atop a lotus pedestal. — fig 3. 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Of particularly appealing proportions, the figure retains a wonderfully dark, naturally aged surface and patination throughout, giving the bronze considerable character and presence.

The Nataraja is one of the most celebrated images in Indian art, with Shiva's cosmic dance symbolising the eternal cycle of creation, preservation and destruction.

fig 4. A dark patinated bronze 19th-century figure of Shiva Nataraja dancing within a circular halo of flames atop a lotus pedestal. — fig 4. 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

A very attractive and increasingly collectable example of 19th-century Indian devotional bronze work, displaying beautifully from all angles.

Attributes:

Indian

Hindu devotional art

Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Cast bronze

19th century

Circa 1850–1900

Condition:

In good antique condition commensurate with age, with surface wear, oxidation, minor casting irregularities and losses/imperfections consistent with the considerable age of the piece. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the condition report.

fig 6. A dark patinated bronze 19th-century figure of Shiva Nataraja dancing within a circular halo of flames atop a lotus pedestal. — fig 6. 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Overall Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 8'' | 20.3 cm

Width: 7.6'' | 19.3 cm

Depth: 2.4'' | 6 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate Of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

fig 7. A dark patinated bronze 19th-century figure of Shiva Nataraja dancing within a circular halo of flames atop a lotus pedestal. — fig 7. 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

Great care and much time are taken over the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces that we sell.

fig 8. A dark patinated bronze 19th-century figure of Shiva Nataraja dancing within a circular halo of flames atop a lotus pedestal. — fig 8. 19th Century Indian Bronze Figure of Shiva Nataraja – Lord of the Dance

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.