Ancient Khmer Large Buddha head, finely carved in sandstone — Bayon, 13th century

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Ruth Garrido Vila
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.

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Khmer antique Bayon-style Buddha head carved in sandstone, dating to the 12th–13th century, height 24.6 cm (33.2 cm with base), weight 5.2 kg, mounted on an elegant pedestal, provenance Austria Galerie T.B.S., in excellent condition.

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Buddha head in plaster, Angkor period, Bayon style
Large carved head in pink sandstone, Cambodia, Khmer Art, dating from the 12th / 13th century.
The serene face, almond-shaped eyes slightly closed, topped with straight eyebrows, a fine, slightly smiling mouth, and hair gathered in a high, layered bun.
The lips, nose, eyebrow arches, and eyeball are the only protrusions. The ears are depicted with the traditional elongated lobes. The hair is styled in a geometric manner, with shallow waves in regular, vertical bands. The forehead is very broad.
Khmer art, around the 13th century.
Mounted on an elegant base.
Height 24.6 cm (33.2 cm with the base) - 5.2 kg
Excellent condition - wear and scratches.

Provenance: Austria, Galerie T.B.S.
Previous provenance history: former private collection established before 1975, Rome.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance seen by Catawiki.
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The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.

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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Buddha head in plaster, Angkor period, Bayon style
Large carved head in pink sandstone, Cambodia, Khmer Art, dating from the 12th / 13th century.
The serene face, almond-shaped eyes slightly closed, topped with straight eyebrows, a fine, slightly smiling mouth, and hair gathered in a high, layered bun.
The lips, nose, eyebrow arches, and eyeball are the only protrusions. The ears are depicted with the traditional elongated lobes. The hair is styled in a geometric manner, with shallow waves in regular, vertical bands. The forehead is very broad.
Khmer art, around the 13th century.
Mounted on an elegant base.
Height 24.6 cm (33.2 cm with the base) - 5.2 kg
Excellent condition - wear and scratches.

Provenance: Austria, Galerie T.B.S.
Previous provenance history: former private collection established before 1975, Rome.
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, statement of provenance 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 license, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days.
All items from the seller are shipped with insurance up to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document stating the origin.

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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Details

Culture
Ancient Khmer
Century/ Timeframe
XIIème/XIIIème Siècle
Name of object
Large Buddha head, finely carved in sandstone — Bayon, 13th century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2024
Country acquired from
Austria
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
1975
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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Objects sold
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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.

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