A bronze group of possibly Vishnu and Lakshmi

Description:

South-India, 19th c.
H. 9,6 cm; B. 10,8 cm
Both figures seated in lalitasana on a lotus base placed on a rectangular throne, Vishnu holding lotus and embracing his consort, Lakshmi with flower and possibly a mirror, both wearing a skirt, bejewelled, their faces displaying a serene expression with almond-shaped eyes and their hairdo differently coiffed
From a South German private collection - Minor traces of age, partially slightly chipped