Indo-Greek kingdoms, 1st–2nd centuries Stone, Schist Sculpture of the Buddha - 24 cm
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Original Indo-Greek Gandhara Buddha sculpture head in grey schist dating to the 1st–2nd century, 24 × 11 × 11 cm, in very good condition, acquired from a French Galerie/Antiquaire from a private French collection, with a certificate of authenticity to be provided.
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Description from the seller
Gray shale sculpture depicting the Head of the Buddha crowned with the high ascetic topknot.
Gandhara, Indo-Greek Kingdoms, 1st–2nd century
Dimensions: 24 x 11 x 11 cm
Provenance: - French private collection
A certificate of authenticity will be issued to the purchaser.
Taxes and customs duties are included in the shipping costs for international shipments.
Gray shale sculpture depicting the Head of the Buddha crowned with the high ascetic topknot.
Gandhara, Indo-Greek Kingdoms, 1st–2nd century
Dimensions: 24 x 11 x 11 cm
Provenance: - French private collection
A certificate of authenticity will be issued to the purchaser.
Taxes and customs duties are included in the shipping costs for international shipments.
Details
Culture
Indo-Greek kingdoms, 1st–2nd centuries
Century/timeframe
Gandhara, Ie – IIer
Name of object
Sculpture of the Buddha
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Schist, Stone
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Height
24 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Width
11 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
11 cm
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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