Gandhara Stucco Seated Bodhisattva - 4th-5th Century AD
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A Very Rare and Beautiful Gandhara Stucco Seated Bodhisattva, 4th-5th Century AD
H12.5×W8×D6 cm
Roman Gandhara statues represent a fascinating fusion of cultures. These artifacts, found in the Gandhara region of modern-day Pakistan and Afghanistan, depict Greco-Roman features combined with Buddhist iconography. Crafted during the early centuries CE, they showcase the exchange of ideas along the Silk Road. These statues reflect the harmonious coexistence of diverse cultures and religions in the region, serving as a testament to the profound cultural connections forged during antiquity and the enduring legacy of the Gandhara art style.
A similar style example from the same period in the collection of the British Museum:
https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/A_1957-0729-2
Provenance:
Acquired from a private collection in 1982, Paris
Condition:
The neck had been broken and reinforced with adhesive. Partial loss of back of neck. Some abrasion caused by age. Expected chips and losses to the edges. Overall surface is covered with soil.
Shipping worldwide, usually 14-21 days to deliver.
The photo of proof of origin and certificate of authenticity will be provided via email.
A Very Rare and Beautiful Gandhara Stucco Seated Bodhisattva, 4th-5th Century AD
H12.5×W8×D6 cm
Roman Gandhara statues represent a fascinating fusion of cultures. These artifacts, found in the Gandhara region of modern-day Pakistan and Afghanistan, depict Greco-Roman features combined with Buddhist iconography. Crafted during the early centuries CE, they showcase the exchange of ideas along the Silk Road. These statues reflect the harmonious coexistence of diverse cultures and religions in the region, serving as a testament to the profound cultural connections forged during antiquity and the enduring legacy of the Gandhara art style.
A similar style example from the same period in the collection of the British Museum:
https://www.britishmuseum.org/collection/object/A_1957-0729-2
Provenance:
Acquired from a private collection in 1982, Paris
Condition:
The neck had been broken and reinforced with adhesive. Partial loss of back of neck. Some abrasion caused by age. Expected chips and losses to the edges. Overall surface is covered with soil.
Shipping worldwide, usually 14-21 days to deliver.
The photo of proof of origin and certificate of authenticity will be provided via email.
Details
Culture
Gandhara
Century/ Timeframe
4th - 5th Century AD
Name of object
Seated Bodhisattva - 4th-5th Century AD
Acquired from
Private collection
Subject/Depiction
Bodhisattva
Year acquired
1982
Material
Stucco
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1978
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
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