Indian Plaque Depicting Deities, Based

A seated deity under a cusped arch, attendants ranged on either side.

Rajasthani silversmiths of India made this plaque in the 19th century or earlier, showing deities in repousse relief. Devotional plaques like this are commonly associated with shrines and household worship. A central figure sits cross-legged on a lotus-like throne, framed by rows of smaller seated and standing attendants, with floral corner scrolls in the upper margin. The silver is worn and slightly cloudy, silvery gray, softer at the edges. It rests on a rod mount with a black base.

About 5 inches tall. Holy company, small enough for a desk.