A Khmer polished sandstone head of Uma in Baphuon-style, Angkor period, Cambodia, 11th C.

H.: 33 cm (incl. the stand)
H.: 22 cm (the head)

Accompanied by a certificate from the Laboratoire SMAP, France, confirming the age based on microscopic surface analysis.

Provenance:
- The private collection of a retired Belgian antiques dealer.
- Acquired from a French private collection around 2015.

Ref.:
- Christie's, New York, March 21, 2008, lot 508, for an example of a quasi complete sculpture, of about the right size for a head of the proportions of our current example. (link)
- Christie's, New York, Sep. 23, 2004, lot 63, for an example of a quasi complete sculpture, yet somewhat smaller than the previous. (link)

Condition: (UV-checked)
- Generally in very good condition, with some superficial chips.

品相：（已用紫外线光检查）
- 整体品相非常良好，几处典型的飞皮。