NEPAL
The visual resources found in this site have been organized according to subject matter. The accompanying data reflects the research and scholarly efforts of Lain S. Bangdel, Nepal's leading art historian. The actual or approximate (when not recorded) height of the images is given in inches. The dates indicating when the images were stolen, removed, or damaged are based upon information provided by local residents and police records. Except as noted, all of the images were photographed by Lain S. Bangdel, and published in his book, Stolen Images of Nepal.
Brahma
Brahma
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 11"
12th century C.E.
Stolen in the early 1980's
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 11"
12th century C.E.
Stolen in the early 1980's
Brahma
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 11"
12th century C.E.
Stolen in the early 1980's
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 11"
12th century C.E.
Stolen in the early 1980's
Brahma
From Deopatan, Nepal
6th century C.E.
There was an attempt to steal this image in the early 1980's. It was later found abandoned outside the sanctuary and is now kept in police custody.
From Deopatan, Nepal
6th century C.E.
There was an attempt to steal this image in the early 1980's. It was later found abandoned outside the sanctuary and is now kept in police custody.
Brahma
From Chapagaon, Nepal
6th century C.E.
During the past several years there have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal the image. Now it is protected by iron bars.
From Chapagaon, Nepal
6th century C.E.
During the past several years there have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal the image. Now it is protected by iron bars.
Vaisnava Sculpture
Visnu
Visnu, headless
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
14th century C.E.
stolen in July 1986
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
14th century C.E.
stolen in July 1986
Garudasana Visnu
From Hyumat-tol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Hyumat-tol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Another view of Garudasana Visnu
(see previous image)
From Hyumat-tol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
(see previous image)
From Hyumat-tol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Visnu, standing
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
17th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1985
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
17th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1985
Visnu, standing
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
Visnu, side view
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
View of the half-buried image of Visnu (before renovation)
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
Another view of Visnu
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
A view after the image of Visnu was stolen
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
(see previous color image)
From Bhuvanesvari Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: 19"
5th century C.E.
stolen in February, 1986
Visnu, standing
From Jyathatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
H: 20"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Jyathatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
H: 20"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Empty niche of the stolen Visnu
From Jyathatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
H: 20"
10th century C.E.
image was stolen in the late 1970's
From Jyathatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
H: 20"
10th century C.E.
image was stolen in the late 1970's
Visnu with Laksmi and Garuda
From Tilmadhava Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Tilmadhava Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Broken wall after the image of Visnu was stolen
From Tilmadhava Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Tilmadhava Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Visnu
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
stolen on December 28, 1986
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
stolen on December 28, 1986
Visnu
(see previous color image)
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
stolen on December 28, 1986
(see previous color image)
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
stolen on December 28, 1986
Visvarupa Visnu before the image of Surya (on the right) was
stolen
(see two previous images)
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
15th century C.E.
Surya stolen in 1982
(see two previous images)
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
15th century C.E.
Surya stolen in 1982
Garudasana Visnu
From Jaibagesvari, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
From Jaibagesvari, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
Visnu
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 16"
6th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 16"
6th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Visnu
(detail of previous color image)
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 16"
6th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
(detail of previous color image)
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 16"
6th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Visnu with Laksmi and Garuda
(also see following color image)
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: 11"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
(also see following color image)
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: 11"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
Visnu with Laksmi and Garuda
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: 11"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: 11"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
Empty niche where the image of Visnu was located
(also see previous color image)
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: 11"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in 1983
(also see previous color image)
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: 11"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in 1983
Visnu, standing
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Garudasana Visnu
(also see previous color image)
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 19"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
(also see previous color image)
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 19"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Garudasana Visnu
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 19"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 19"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
New copy of Garudasana Visnu
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 19"
13th century C.E.
The original image was stolen in the late 1970's and the local people replaced it with the one seen here.
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 19"
13th century C.E.
The original image was stolen in the late 1970's and the local people replaced it with the one seen here.
Visnu with Laksmi and Garuda
From Kumbhesvara-dhara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 30"
17th century C.E.
stolen in January, 1985
From Kumbhesvara-dhara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 30"
17th century C.E.
stolen in January, 1985
A view of the broken wall after the image of Visnu (previous image) was stolen
From Kumbhesvara-dhara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 30"
17th century C.E.
image was stolen in January, 1985
From Kumbhesvara-dhara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 30"
17th century C.E.
image was stolen in January, 1985
Visnu with Two Female Deities
From Tunlatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
H: of Vishnu ca. 80", of female deities: 22"
17th century C.E.
the two female deities were stolen in the early 1980's
From Tunlatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
H: of Vishnu ca. 80", of female deities: 22"
17th century C.E.
the two female deities were stolen in the early 1980's
View of Visnu after the Two Female Deities were stolen
(see previous image)
From Tunlatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
H: of Visnu ca. 80", of female deities 22"
17th century C.E.
the two female deities were stolen in the early 1980's
(see previous image)
From Tunlatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
H: of Visnu ca. 80", of female deities 22"
17th century C.E.
the two female deities were stolen in the early 1980's
Chaturmurti Visnu
From Maligaon, Nepal
Stone
10th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but was later recovered and reinstalled in its original place.
From Maligaon, Nepal
Stone
10th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but was later recovered and reinstalled in its original place.
Visvarupa Visnu
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
There have been several attempts to steal this image.
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
There have been several attempts to steal this image.
Avatars
Rama
(also see following color image)
From Rudragadesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 18"
10th-11th century C.E.
stolen July 27, 1985
(also see following color image)
From Rudragadesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 18"
10th-11th century C.E.
stolen July 27, 1985
Rama
From Rudragadesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 18"
10th-11th century C.E.
stolen July 27, 1985
From Rudragadesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 18"
10th-11th century C.E.
stolen July 27, 1985
Parasurama
From Rudragadesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
H: 22"
11th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1983
From Rudragadesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
H: 22"
11th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1983
Varaha, the Boar incarnation of Visnu
From Dhumvarahi, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
There was an attempt to steal the image of Varaha in late 1983, after the image of the Earth Goddess was stolen. The image is now protected by heavy iron bars.
From Dhumvarahi, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
There was an attempt to steal the image of Varaha in late 1983, after the image of the Earth Goddess was stolen. The image is now protected by heavy iron bars.
Visnu Vikranta
From Shikhara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was broken into two pieces during an attempt to steal the image in the early 1980's (see following image)
From Shikhara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was broken into two pieces during an attempt to steal the image in the early 1980's (see following image)
Visnu Vikranta
From Shikhara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was broken into two pieces during an attempt to steal the image in the early 1980's.
From Shikhara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was broken into two pieces during an attempt to steal the image in the early 1980's.
Laksmi and Garuda
Laksmi
From Shankhamul, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 12"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Shankhamul, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 12"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Garuda
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 13"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 13"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
A view of the broken wall after an image of Lakshmi-Narayana was stolen
From Nasamanatol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Stone
H: 38"
15th century C.E.
image was stolen in the early 1980's
From Nasamanatol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Stone
H: 38"
15th century C.E.
image was stolen in the early 1980's
Garuda
From Naksal Bhagavati, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 8"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
From Naksal Bhagavati, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 8"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
Garuda
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
stolen in 1984, but later recovered and reinstalled in its original place
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
stolen in 1984, but later recovered and reinstalled in its original place
Saiva Sculpture
Siva
Siva
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 21"
13th century C.E.
stolen in late 1986
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 21"
13th century C.E.
stolen in late 1986
A view of the broken wall after the image of Siva (previous image) was stolen.
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
13th century C.E.
Image was stolen in late 1986.
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
13th century C.E.
Image was stolen in late 1986.
Shiva-Kamadeva
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 32"
19th century A.D.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 32"
19th century A.D.
stolen in the early 1980's
Empty niche where Siva-Kamadeva (previous image) was located.
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 32"
19th century C.E.
Image stolen in the early 1980's
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 32"
19th century C.E.
Image stolen in the early 1980's
Uma-Mahesvara
Uma-Mahesvara
From Nayapachatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 56"
11th century C.E.
From Nayapachatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 56"
11th century C.E.
Uma-Mahesvara
From Nayapachatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
11th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
From Nayapachatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
11th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
Uma-Mahesvara
(detail of previous color image)
From Nayapachatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
11th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
(detail of previous color image)
From Nayapachatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
11th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
Uma-Mahesvara
From Gahiti, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 29 1/2"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1960's
From Gahiti, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 29 1/2"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1960's
Uma-Mahesvara
From Gahiti, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 29 1/2"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1960's
From Gahiti, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 29 1/2"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1960's
Uma-Mahesvara
From Chupping-ghat, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
15th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1984
From Chupping-ghat, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
15th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1984
Uma-Mahesvara
From Chupping-ghat, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
15th century A.D.
stolen in October, 1984
From Chupping-ghat, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
15th century A.D.
stolen in October, 1984
Uma-Mahesvara
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 30"
14th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1985
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 30"
14th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1985
Another view of Uma-Mahesvara
(see previous color image)
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 30"
14th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1985
(see previous color image)
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 30"
14th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1985
A view of the broken wall after the image of Uma-Mahesvara (previous color image) was
stolen.
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 30"
14th century C.E.
Image stolen in October, 1985
From Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 30"
14th century C.E.
Image stolen in October, 1985
Uma-Mahesvara
From Jaibagesvari, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 23"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
From Jaibagesvari, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 23"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
Parvati
From Sarasvati-kunda, Lele, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 24"
15th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1984
From Sarasvati-kunda, Lele, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 24"
15th century C.E.
stolen in October, 1984
Uma-Mahesvara
From Wotol, Dhulikhel, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
From Wotol, Dhulikhel, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
12th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Uma-Mahesvara
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 16"
C.E. 1414
stolen in July 1985
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 16"
C.E. 1414
stolen in July 1985
Another view of Uma-Mahesvara
(see previous color image)
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 16"
C.E. 1414
stolen in July 1985
(see previous color image)
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 16"
C.E. 1414
stolen in July 1985
Uma-Mahesvara
From Ekalkhu, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
16th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
From Ekalkhu, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
16th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
Uma-Mahesvara
From Nasamanatol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
12th century A.D.
stolen on May 23, 1984
From Nasamanatol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
12th century A.D.
stolen on May 23, 1984
Uma-Mahesvara
(detail of previous image)
From Nasamanatol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
12th century C.E.
stolen on May 23, 1984
(detail of previous image)
From Nasamanatol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
12th century C.E.
stolen on May 23, 1984
Uma-Mahesvara
From Bhagavati Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 19"
14th century A.D.
stolen in late 1985
From Bhagavati Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 19"
14th century A.D.
stolen in late 1985
Empty niche after the image of Uma-Mahesvara (previous image) was stolen.
From Bhagavati Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 19"
14th century C.E.
Image stolen in late 1985
From Bhagavati Temple, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 19"
14th century C.E.
Image stolen in late 1985
Uma-Mahesvara
Images of Female Divinity (on the left) and Surya (on the right) were stolen in the early 1980's.
(see following two images)
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
Images of Female Divinity (on the left) and Surya (on the right) were stolen in the early 1980's.
(see following two images)
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
Female Divinity
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Surya
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 10"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 10"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Uma-Mahesvara
After the images of Female Divinity (on the left) and Surya (on the right) were stolen
(see previous two images)
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's.
After the images of Female Divinity (on the left) and Surya (on the right) were stolen
(see previous two images)
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's.
Uma-Mahesvara
From Sarasvati-kunda, Lele, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the late 1970's, but later recovered and reinstalled in its original location.
From Sarasvati-kunda, Lele, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the late 1970's, but later recovered and reinstalled in its original location.
Uma-Mahesvara
From Dugahiti, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
9th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1970's, but later recovered and is now kept at the Archaeological Garden in Patan.
From Dugahiti, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
9th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1970's, but later recovered and is now kept at the Archaeological Garden in Patan.
Uma-Mahesvara
From Amarkantesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
8th century C.E.
The image was stolen in July 1983, but was later found buried in the bank of the Bagmati River and is now in the custody of the police.
From Amarkantesvara, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
8th century C.E.
The image was stolen in July 1983, but was later found buried in the bank of the Bagmati River and is now in the custody of the police.
Uma-Mahesvara
From Chyasalhiti, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
There have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image in the past and it is now protected by iron bars.
From Chyasalhiti, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
There have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image in the past and it is now protected by iron bars.
Uma-Mahesvara
From Ganesha Temple, Pulchowk, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 24"
12th century C.E.
stolen in 1985
From Ganesha Temple, Pulchowk, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 24"
12th century C.E.
stolen in 1985
Uma-Mahesvara
From Tangalhiti, Patan, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 21"
12th-13th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's.
From Tangalhiti, Patan, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 21"
12th-13th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's.
Caturmukha Linga
Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
Side view of Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
Side view of Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
Side view of Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
Side view of Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
Side view of Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
From Panchadevala, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
8th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1984
Chaturmukha Shiva-linga
From Dakshinamurtitol, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 13"
15th century A.D.
stolen in February, 1985
From Dakshinamurtitol, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 13"
15th century A.D.
stolen in February, 1985
Empty base after the Caturmukha Siva-linga (previous image) was
stolen.
From Dakshinamurtitol, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 13"
15th century C.E.
Image stolen in February, 1985
From Dakshinamurtitol, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 13"
15th century C.E.
Image stolen in February, 1985
Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 25"
5th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1987
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 25"
5th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1987
Side view of Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 25"
5th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1987
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 25"
5th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1987
Side view of Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 25"
5th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1987
From Mrigasthali, Pashupati, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 25"
5th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1987
Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Chyasalhiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 23"
11th-12th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
From Chyasalhiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 23"
11th-12th century C.E.
stolen in 1983
Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Sarasvati-kunda, Lele, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 27"
12th century C.E.
stolen in 1980
From Sarasvati-kunda, Lele, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 27"
12th century C.E.
stolen in 1980
Caturmukha Siva-linga
From Lele Village, Nepal
Stone
17th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but later found, along with this image and this image buried in the bank of Bagmati River.
The image is now kept at the Pharping police post.
From Lele Village, Nepal
Stone
17th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but later found, along with this image and this image buried in the bank of Bagmati River.
The image is now kept at the Pharping police post.
Ekamukha Linga
Ekamukha Siva-linga
From Rajrajesvari-ghat, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
12th century C.E.
stolen in January, 1985
From Rajrajesvari-ghat, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
12th century C.E.
stolen in January, 1985
Ekamukha Siva-linga
(detail of previous image)
From Rajrajesvari-ghat, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
12th century C.E.
stolen in January, 1985
(detail of previous image)
From Rajrajesvari-ghat, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
12th century C.E.
stolen in January, 1985
Ekamukha Siva-linga
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Stone
5th century C.E.
There have been several attempts to steal this image in the past ten years.
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Stone
5th century C.E.
There have been several attempts to steal this image in the past ten years.
Ekamukha Siva-linga
(detail of previous image)
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Stone
5th century C.E.
There have been several attempts to steal this image in the past ten years.
(detail of previous image)
From Mrigasthali, Nepal
Stone
5th century C.E.
There have been several attempts to steal this image in the past ten years.
Surya
Surya
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
Inscription from previous Surya image
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
Another view of Surya
(see previous two images)
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
(see previous two images)
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
Surya, protected by an iron grille
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
Original location of Surya image, (previous two images), before it was stolen.
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
From Saugal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 34"
1083 C.E.
stolen May 16, 1985
Surya
From Surya-kunda, Shikara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
14th century C.E.
stolen in March, 1985
From Surya-kunda, Shikara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
14th century C.E.
stolen in March, 1985
The pedestal of the stolen image of Surya
(see previous image)
From Surya-kunda, Shikara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
14th century C.E.
image stolen in March, 1985
(see previous image)
From Surya-kunda, Shikara Narayana, Pharping, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
14th century C.E.
image stolen in March, 1985
Surya
(also see following color image)
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 11"
15th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
(also see following color image)
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 11"
15th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Surya
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 11"
15th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
From Changu Narayana, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 11"
15th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Surya
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
View of the broken wall after the image of Surya (previous image)
was stolen.
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in the early 1980's
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 14"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in the early 1980's
Surya, flanked by Siva and Visnu
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1981
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1981
Surya, flanked by Siva and Visnu
(detail of previous image)
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1981
(detail of previous image)
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in 1981
Empty niche where Surya image (previous image) was originally located.
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in 1981
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in 1981
Surya, with Navagrahas
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Empty niche after the image of Surya (previous image) was stolen.
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in the early 1980's
From Tribenighat, Panauti, Nepal
Black limestone
H: 26"
14th century C.E.
image was stolen in the early 1980's
Surya
From Guitol, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 20"
15th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Guitol, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 20"
15th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Surya
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 12"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 12"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Surya
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
ca. 18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
ca. 18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
Siva-Kamadeva
From Aryaghat, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
19th century C.E.
stolen in early 1982
From Aryaghat, Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 20"
19th century C.E.
stolen in early 1982
Surya
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 10"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 10"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Another view of Surya
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 10"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Sundhara, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 10"
18th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Surya, with Navagrahas
(detail of following two images)
From Surya-kunda, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
(detail of following two images)
From Surya-kunda, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Surya, with Navagrahas
(see previous and following images)
From Surya-kunda, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but was found buried in the bank of the Bagmati River. It is now kept at the Pharping police post.
(see previous and following images)
From Surya-kunda, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but was found buried in the bank of the Bagmati River. It is now kept at the Pharping police post.
Surya, with Navagrahas
(see previous two images)
From Surya-kunda, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but was found buried in the bank of the Bagmati River. It is now kept at the Pharping police post.
(see previous two images)
From Surya-kunda, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
14th century C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's, but was found buried in the bank of the Bagmati River. It is now kept at the Pharping police post.
Buddhist
Buddha, seated
Buddha, seated
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
H: 20"
6th century C.E.
Stolen in April, 1985
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
H: 20"
6th century C.E.
Stolen in April, 1985
Buddha, seated
(detail of previous image)
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
H: 20"
6th century C.E.
Stolen in April, 1985
(detail of previous image)
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
H: 20"
6th century C.E.
Stolen in April, 1985
Empty niche where the image of Buddha (previous two images) was originally located.
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
6th century C.E.
Image stolen from niche in April, 1985
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
6th century C.E.
Image stolen from niche in April, 1985
Kunti-bahi Caitya
From Kumbhesvara Temple, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
6th century C.E.
From Kumbhesvara Temple, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
6th century C.E.
Buddha, flanked by Bodhisattvas
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 14"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 14"
14th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Buddha, flanked by Bodhisattvas
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
9th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
9th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Empty niche where the image of Buddha (previous image) was located.
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
9th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
9th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Buddha, seated
From Guitol Stupa, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 21"
19th century C.E.
stolen in September 1985
From Guitol Stupa, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: 21"
19th century C.E.
stolen in September 1985
Buddha, flanked by Bodhisattvas
From Guitol, Patan, Nepal
Stone
6th century C.E.
There have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image. It is now secured by cement plaster and iron bars.
From Guitol, Patan, Nepal
Stone
6th century C.E.
There have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image. It is now secured by cement plaster and iron bars.
Buddha, standing
Buddha, standing
Stone
H: 37"
5th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1985
Stone
H: 37"
5th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1985
Buddha, standing
(see previous image)
From Chabahil, Deopatan, Nepal
Stone
H: 37"
5th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1985
(see previous image)
From Chabahil, Deopatan, Nepal
Stone
H: 37"
5th century C.E.
stolen in July, 1985
Buddha, standing
From Vinchey-bahal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 20 1/2"
9th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
From Vinchey-bahal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 20 1/2"
9th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Buddha, standing
(see following two images)
From Nakabahi Caitya, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: 24"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
(see following two images)
From Nakabahi Caitya, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: 24"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
Buddha, standing
(side view of previous image)
From Nakabahi Caitya, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: 24"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
(side view of previous image)
From Nakabahi Caitya, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: 24"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
View of Nakabahi Caitya after the image of Buddha (previous two images) was stolen.
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
10th century C.E.
Buddha was stolen in the mid 1970's
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
10th century C.E.
Buddha was stolen in the mid 1970's
Buddha, standing
(see following two images)
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: ca. 34"
9th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
(see following two images)
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: ca. 34"
9th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Buddha, standing
(detail of previous image)
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: ca. 34"
9th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
(detail of previous image)
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Dark limestone
H: ca. 34"
9th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Empty niche where the image of Buddha (previous two images) was originally
located.
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Stone
9th century C.E.
image stolen in 1982
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Stone
9th century C.E.
image stolen in 1982
Buddha, standing
(see following two images)
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
H: 19"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
(see following two images)
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
H: 19"
10th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Nakabahi Caitya with two Buddha images
(see previous and following images)
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
10th century C.E.
images stolen in the mid and late 1970's
(see previous and following images)
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
10th century C.E.
images stolen in the mid and late 1970's
Nakabahi Caitya after the two Buddha images (previous two images) were stolen.
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
10th century C.E.
images stolen in the mid to late 1970's
From Nakabahi, Patan, Nepal
Dark-grey limestone
10th century C.E.
images stolen in the mid to late 1970's
Buddha, standing
From Vajrayogini Temple, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 40"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1980's
From Vajrayogini Temple, Sankhu, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 40"
13th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1980's
Buddha, standing
From Yatkhatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 35"
11th-12th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1986
From Yatkhatol, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 35"
11th-12th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1986
Buddha's Descent from Tushita Heaven
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
8th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1985
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
8th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1985
Buddha's Descent from Tushita Heaven
(detail of previous image)
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
8th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1985
(detail of previous image)
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
8th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1985
Buddha, standing
From a Law Firm, Ram Shah Path, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
During an attempt to steal this image it was broken into pieces.
From a Law Firm, Ram Shah Path, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
During an attempt to steal this image it was broken into pieces.
Buddha, standing
From Rajrajesvarighat, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
Several unsuccessful attempts have been made to steal this image in the past few years.
From Rajrajesvarighat, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
Several unsuccessful attempts have been made to steal this image in the past few years.
Buddha, standing
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Stone
6th century C.E.
There were several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image. It is now protected by heavy cement plaster and iron bars.
From Yampibahal, Patan, Nepal
Stone
6th century C.E.
There were several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image. It is now protected by heavy cement plaster and iron bars.
Buddha, standing
From Bangemura, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
5th century C.E.
There have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image. It is now protected by iron bars.
From Bangemura, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
5th century C.E.
There have been several unsuccessful attempts to steal this image. It is now protected by iron bars.
Bodhisattva
Bodhisattva
From Hadigaon, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 23"
ca. 12th century C.E.
Stolen in late 1984
From Hadigaon, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 23"
ca. 12th century C.E.
Stolen in late 1984
Bodhisattva Padmapani
From Jaibagesvari, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 22"
15th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
From Jaibagesvari, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 22"
15th century C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
Bodhisattva Padmapani
From Guitol, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: 20"
9th century C.E.
stolen in late 1981
From Guitol, Patan, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: 20"
9th century C.E.
stolen in late 1981
Padmapani Avalokitesvara
From Tunani, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 27"
9th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
From Tunani, Patan, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 27"
9th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1970's
Bodhisattva Padmapani
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
There was an unsuccessful attempt to steal the image in the early 1980's. Installed at the Gopichand Mahavihara
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Stone
12th century C.E.
There was an unsuccessful attempt to steal the image in the early 1980's. Installed at the Gopichand Mahavihara
Bodhisattva Padmapani
From Ganabahal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
550 C.E.
There have been four attempts to steal this image in the past twelve years.
From Ganabahal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
550 C.E.
There have been four attempts to steal this image in the past twelve years.
Bodhisattva Padmapani, view from left
(detail of previous image)
From Ganabahal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
550 C.E.
There have been four attempts to steal this image in the past twelve years. It was broken into two pieces during one of the attempts.
(detail of previous image)
From Ganabahal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Stone
550 C.E.
There have been four attempts to steal this image in the past twelve years. It was broken into two pieces during one of the attempts.
Buddha Prajnas
Tara
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 20"
12th century C.E.
Stolen in early 1980's
From Alkohiti, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 20"
12th century C.E.
Stolen in early 1980's
Shakta Sculpture
Torso of a Female Divinity
From Vatselesvari, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 32"
2nd-3rd century C.E.
stolen in the late 1960's
From Vatselesvari, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 32"
2nd-3rd century C.E.
stolen in the late 1960's
Torso of a Female Divinity
(detail of previous image)
From Vatselesvari, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 32"
2nd-3rd century C.E.
stolen in the late 1960's
(detail of previous image)
From Vatselesvari, Pashupati, Nepal
Dark grey limestone
H: ca. 32"
2nd-3rd century C.E.
stolen in the late 1960's
Three Female Devotees
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Three Female Devotees
(detail of previous image)
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
(detail of previous image)
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in the early 1980's
Two Female Devotees
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16 and 17 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in early 1985
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16 and 17 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in early 1985
Female Devotee
(detail of previous image)
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16"
7th century C.E.
stolen in early 1985
(detail of previous image)
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 16"
7th century C.E.
stolen in early 1985
Female Devotee
(detail of previous image)
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 17 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in early 1985
(detail of previous image)
From Chabahil Stupa, Deopatan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 17 1/2"
7th century C.E.
stolen in early 1985
Mahagauri
From Deopatan, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 32"
1238 C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
From Deopatan, Nepal
Black limestone
H: ca. 32"
1238 C.E.
stolen in the mid 1970's
Devi, seated
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
13th century C.E.
stolen in early 1984
From Satya Narayana Temple, Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 11"
13th century C.E.
stolen in early 1984
Devi, standing
From Tolachetol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1983
From Tolachetol, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 26"
14th century C.E.
stolen in June, 1983
Sarasvati
From Vajravarahi, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 15"
14th-15th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Vajravarahi, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 15"
14th-15th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Sarasvati
(see previous image)
From Vajravarahi, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 15"
14th-15th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
(see previous image)
From Vajravarahi, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 15"
14th-15th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Empty niche after image of Sarasvati (previous color image) was stolen.
From Vajravarahi, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 15"
14th-15th century C.E.
image stolen in the late 1970's
From Vajravarahi, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 15"
14th-15th century C.E.
image stolen in the late 1970's
Vaisnavi
From Bungmati, Nepal
Stone
H: 17 1/2"
8th-9th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
From Bungmati, Nepal
Stone
H: 17 1/2"
8th-9th century C.E.
stolen in the late 1970's
Sarasvati
From Kamalpokhari, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
The head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's.
From Kamalpokhari, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
The head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's.
View of Sarasvati (previous image) after the head was stolen.
From Kamalpokhari, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
The head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's.
From Kamalpokhari, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
H: 33"
17th century C.E.
The head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's.
Devi, standing
(see following two images)
From Kumbhesvara, Nepal
Stone
H: 31"
12th century C.E.
photograph taken in 1972
the head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's
(see following two images)
From Kumbhesvara, Nepal
Stone
H: 31"
12th century C.E.
photograph taken in 1972
the head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's
Another view of Devi
(see previous image)
From Kumbhesvara, Nepal
Stone
H: 31"
12th century C.E.
photograph taken in 1972
the head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's
(see previous image)
From Kumbhesvara, Nepal
Stone
H: 31"
12th century C.E.
photograph taken in 1972
the head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's
View of Devi after the head was stolen
(see previous two images)
From Kumbhesvara, Nepal
Stone
H: 31"
12th century C.E.
the head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's
(see previous two images)
From Kumbhesvara, Nepal
Stone
H: 31"
12th century C.E.
the head of the image was stolen in the early 1980's
Sarasvati
From Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
15th century C.E.
image was stolen in the late 1970's, but it was later recovered
From Hadigaon, Nepal
Stone
15th century C.E.
image was stolen in the late 1970's, but it was later recovered
Sarasvati
From Siddhapokhari, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Stone
13th century C.E.
There were several attempts to steal this image and it is now protected by iron bars.
From Siddhapokhari, Bhaktapur, Nepal
Stone
13th century C.E.
There were several attempts to steal this image and it is now protected by iron bars.
Ganesa
Dancing Ganesha
From Sanga village, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
15th century A.D.
stolen in mid 1985
From Sanga village, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
15th century A.D.
stolen in mid 1985
Empty niche where the image of Ganesa (previous image) was originally located.
From Sanga village, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
15th century C.E.
image stolen in mid 1985
From Sanga village, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: ca. 26"
15th century C.E.
image stolen in mid 1985
Nagaraja
Nagaraja
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 19 1/2"
14th century C.E.
stolen July 20, 1985
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 19 1/2"
14th century C.E.
stolen July 20, 1985
Another view of Nagaraja
(see previous image)
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 19 1/2"
14th century C.E.
stolen July 20, 1985
(see previous image)
From Kunti-bahi Caitya, Kumbhesvara, Patan, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 19 1/2"
14th century C.E.
stolen July 20, 1985
Nagaraja
From Bhagavan Bahal, Naksal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
12th-13th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
From Bhagavan Bahal, Naksal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
12th-13th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Nagaraja
(detail of previous image)
From Bhagavan Bahal, Naksal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
12th-13th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
(detail of previous image)
From Bhagavan Bahal, Naksal, Kathmandu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 21"
12th-13th century C.E.
stolen in 1982
Nagaraja
From Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
12th century C.E.
stolen in June 1985
From Pashupati, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 14"
12th century C.E.
stolen in June 1985
Miscellaneous
Caturmurti
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
Caturmurti, showing Siva and Visnu
(detail of previous image)
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
(detail of previous image)
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
Caturmurti, showing Brahma
(detail of previous color image)
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
(detail of previous color image)
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
Caturmurti, showing Ardhanarisvara
(detail of previous color image)
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
(detail of previous color image)
From Epatol, Sankhu, Nepal
Grey limestone
H: 25 1/2"
11th century C.E.
stolen in mid 1985
Standing male figure
Stone
Stone
Aghori Baba
From Bankali, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 19"
20th century C.E.
stolen in November 1984
From Bankali, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 19"
20th century C.E.
stolen in November 1984
Aghori Baba, rear view
(see previous image)
From Bankali, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 19"
20th century C.E.
stolen in November 1984
(see previous image)
From Bankali, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
H: ca. 19"
20th century C.E.
stolen in November 1984
Empty jalahari (base) after the image of Aghori Baba (previous two images) was stolen.
From Bankali, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
20th century C.E.
image stolen in November 1984
From Bankali, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
20th century C.E.
image stolen in November 1984
Vasudeva-Kamalaja
From Narayana Temple, Patan, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
15th century C.E.
stolen in 1984
From Narayana Temple, Patan, Nepal
Light grey limestone
H: ca. 28"
15th century C.E.
stolen in 1984
Hari-Hara
(see following two images)
From Balaju, Nepal
Stone
H: 26"
9th century C.E.
During an attempted theft the image was broken into pieces and badly mutilated.
(see following two images)
From Balaju, Nepal
Stone
H: 26"
9th century C.E.
During an attempted theft the image was broken into pieces and badly mutilated.
Hari-Hara
(see previous and following images)
From Balaju, Nepal
Stone
H: 26"
9th century C.E.
During an attempted theft the image was broken into pieces and badly mutilated.
(see previous and following images)
From Balaju, Nepal
Stone
H: 26"
9th century C.E.
During an attempted theft the image was broken into pieces and badly mutilated.
The mutilated sculpture of Hari-Hara
(see previous two images)
From Balaju, Nepal
Stone
H: 26"
9th century C.E.
During an attempted theft the image was broken into pieces and badly mutilated.
(see previous two images)
From Balaju, Nepal
Stone
H: 26"
9th century C.E.
During an attempted theft the image was broken into pieces and badly mutilated.
Kumara
From Jhankesvari Temple, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
1376 C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's and later found, along with this image and this image, buried in the bank of the Bagmati River.
Image is now kept at the Pharping police post.
From Jhankesvari Temple, Pharping, Nepal
Stone
1376 C.E.
The image was stolen in the early 1980's and later found, along with this image and this image, buried in the bank of the Bagmati River.
Image is now kept at the Pharping police post.
Yamuna
From Vatsalesvara Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
The image was stolen in late 1987, but later found abandoned near the Ring Road.
From Vatsalesvara Temple, Pashupati, Nepal
Stone
7th century C.E.
The image was stolen in late 1987, but later found abandoned near the Ring Road.
