Gandhara Gips Hoofd van Bodhisattva - 3e-5e eeuw na Christus - 16.5 cm
Nr. 83879693
Gandhara Gips Hoofd van Boeddha - 3e-5e eeuw na Christus
Nr. 83879693
Gandhara Gips Hoofd van Boeddha - 3e-5e eeuw na Christus
A Rare and Beautiful Gandhara Stucco Head of Buddha, 3rd - 5th Century AD
H6.7×W4.2×D4.5 cm (H11 cm with stand)
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 example in the collection of the Philadelphia Museum of Art:
https://www.philamuseum.org/collection/object/59524
Provenance:
Acquired from a private collection in 1982, Paris
Condition:
Overall in good condition. Some abrasion caused by age. Partial loss of the ushnisha. 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.
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