Ancient Chinese Buddhist Marble Torso of Bodhisattva - Eastern Wei (534 - 550 AD)

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A Rare and Beautiful Marble Torso of Bodhisattva, Eastern Wei (534 - 550 AD), Hebei
H15×W16.5×D6 cm (H22.5 cm with stand) / weight 2.43 kg

This is a finely carved torso of Bodhisattva holding a lotus bud in the right hand and a votive vessel in the left hand. The ribbon hangs down to its twists and sides of the body, the necklace is flat on the chest, and the belt crosses into the ring on the abdomen. The development of Buddhist sculpture of the Eastern Wei can be described as a slight modification of iconography and style from previous periods. The figures are fuller in form, which reveals the growing interest in form over line, and a masterful ability to incorporate the play of light in the overall composition through high-relief modeling.

Compare a marble Bodhisattva in the similar style and size in the collection of the Palace Museum, Beijing:
https://intl.dpm.org.cn/Sculpture/16542.html

Provenance:
Acquired from a private collection in 1982, Paris

Condition:
Overall in good condition. Some abrasion caused by age. Expected chips and losses to the edges. Overall surface is covered with soil. No restoration.


Shipping worldwide by EMS, usually 7-14 days to deliver.
The photo of proof of origin and certificate of authenticity will be provided via email.

A Rare and Beautiful Marble Torso of Bodhisattva, Eastern Wei (534 - 550 AD), Hebei
H15×W16.5×D6 cm (H22.5 cm with stand) / weight 2.43 kg

This is a finely carved torso of Bodhisattva holding a lotus bud in the right hand and a votive vessel in the left hand. The ribbon hangs down to its twists and sides of the body, the necklace is flat on the chest, and the belt crosses into the ring on the abdomen. The development of Buddhist sculpture of the Eastern Wei can be described as a slight modification of iconography and style from previous periods. The figures are fuller in form, which reveals the growing interest in form over line, and a masterful ability to incorporate the play of light in the overall composition through high-relief modeling.

Compare a marble Bodhisattva in the similar style and size in the collection of the Palace Museum, Beijing:
https://intl.dpm.org.cn/Sculpture/16542.html

Provenance:
Acquired from a private collection in 1982, Paris

Condition:
Overall in good condition. Some abrasion caused by age. Expected chips and losses to the edges. Overall surface is covered with soil. No restoration.


Shipping worldwide by EMS, usually 7-14 days to deliver.
The photo of proof of origin and certificate of authenticity will be provided via email.

Name of object
Ancient Chinese Buddhist Marble Torso of Bodhisattva - Eastern Wei (534 - 550 AD)
Subject/Depiction
Bodhisattva
Country of Origin
China
Condition
Good
Dynastic Style/Period
Southern and Northern Dynasties (420-589)
Provenance
Private Collection
Attribution
Original
Sold with stand
Yes

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The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits.

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