Gandhara Schist - Greco-Buddhist frieze - Scene from the life of the Buddha - Kushan art, 1st–3rd century CE.
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 1,700 - € 2,000
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Rare Gandharan schist frieze depicting a scene from the life of Buddha, Greco-Buddhist Kushan art dating to the 1st–3rd century CE, in good condition with no restoration, measuring 44.5 cm long by 16.2 cm high (20.2 cm with base), provenance Germany, acquired in 2025.
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RARE GANDHARA FRIEZE SCULPTED IN SCHIST
Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara (1st – 6th century AD)
Frieze depicting a scene from Buddha's life.
Relief section showing several figures, servants standing before seated, older men.
Section of a stupa (Buddhist dome-shaped monument) in gray Gandhara schist
This sculpture is influenced by Greek productions and is a beautiful testimony to the cultural and artistic exchanges of the era.
Pakistan, Gandhara region, Kushan art, 1st to 3rd century AD
Dimensions: 44.5 cm long x 16.2 cm high (height 20.2 cm with the base)
Good condition – wear – no restoration
Provenance: Germany, D.E.R. 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 TranslateRARE GANDHARA FRIEZE SCULPTED IN SCHIST
Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara (1st – 6th century AD)
Frieze depicting a scene from Buddha's life.
Relief section showing several figures, servants standing before seated, older men.
Section of a stupa (Buddhist dome-shaped monument) in gray Gandhara schist
This sculpture is influenced by Greek productions and is a beautiful testimony to the cultural and artistic exchanges of the era.
Pakistan, Gandhara region, Kushan art, 1st to 3rd century AD
Dimensions: 44.5 cm long x 16.2 cm high (height 20.2 cm with the base)
Good condition – wear – no restoration
Provenance: Germany, D.E.R. Gallery
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning 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.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Gandhara
Century/timeframe
1er / 3ème siècle après J.-C.
Name of object
- Greco-Buddhist frieze - Scene from the life of the Buddha - Kushan art, 1st–3rd century CE.
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Material
Schist
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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.
