Southeast Asian, Indian and Himalayan Art

With a focus on fine sculpture and painting from India and the Himalayas, as well as early sculpture from Southeast Asia, Bonhams is now presenting Indian, Himalayan and Southeast Asian sales in New York twice a year during Asia Week.

Covering the wide region from Afghanistan to Indonesia, the department focuses on the diverse material culture of Buddhism, Hinduism, Jainism, Islam, and secular life spanning three thousand years.A broader range of works of art will also be offered through our San Francisco Fine Asian sales providing an unparalleled multi-tiered opportunity for buyers and a comprehensive service to consignors.

Highlights from past auctions

Sold for US$ 68,500 inc. premium
Illustration to the 'third' Rasamanjari of Bhanu Dutta: The intoxicated courtesan Attributed to Devidasa
Opaque watercolor, gold, silver and beetle ...
Sold for US$ 674,500 inc. premium
The Eilenberg Buddha
Copper alloy Thailand, Mon Dvaravati period, circa 8th century
Sold for US$ 254,500 inc. premium
A brass figure of Radha Orissa, circa 16th century
Sold for US$ 92,500 inc. premium
A massive ornamental dorje Tibet, 18th century