Gandhara - Stucco head of a bodhisattva - Greco-Buddhist art - 3rd/4th century CE.
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Gandharan stucco head of a bodhisattva, Greco‑Buddhist art dating to the 3rd/4th century CE, in good condition and original, acquired from a France gallery in 2026 with provenance from France, height 8.1 cm (11.6 cm with the base).
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Gandharan stucco Bodhisattva head dating from the 3rd/4th century AD.
Elegant representation of a Bodhisattva shown facing forward.
Face with a meditative expression, aquiline nose, smiling lips, elongated earlobes partly worn, elaborately arranged headdress in the shape of a turban with a central rosette and floating tassels, a few locks of hair near the ears.
The face is finely modeled, imbued with elegance, slightly smiling.
Greco-Buddhist art, 3rd/4th century AD.
Highlighted by a pretty white marbled base - Height: 8.1 cm (height 11.6 cm with the base)
Provenance: France, O.G.T. Gallery
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateGandharan stucco Bodhisattva head dating from the 3rd/4th century AD.
Elegant representation of a Bodhisattva shown facing forward.
Face with a meditative expression, aquiline nose, smiling lips, elongated earlobes partly worn, elaborately arranged headdress in the shape of a turban with a central rosette and floating tassels, a few locks of hair near the ears.
The face is finely modeled, imbued with elegance, slightly smiling.
Greco-Buddhist art, 3rd/4th century AD.
Highlighted by a pretty white marbled base - Height: 8.1 cm (height 11.6 cm with the base)
Provenance: France, O.G.T. Gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that he is authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days.
All of the seller's items are shipped with insurance at the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning the provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Gandhara
Century/timeframe
3ème/4ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Stucco head of a bodhisattva - Greco-Buddhist art - 3rd/4th century CE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2026
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
