A blackstone sculpture of Vishnu, dating to the 11th or 12th century, sold for £635,000 at Christie’s auction. The sculpture was previously part of a Swiss collection and first sold in March 1973.

Over the years, the artwork maintained its significance and desirability among collectors. In June 2026, it was auctioned again as part of a collection focusing on South Asian art.

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