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Lot 1182
  • 1182

A GREY SCHIST FIGURE OF A STANDING BUDDHA ANCIENT REGION OF GANDHARA, KUSHAN PERIOD, 2ND / 3RD CENTURY

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 USD
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Description

  • grey schist
the Buddha standing with serene expression, aquiline nose and almond-shaped eyes, with wave-pattern hair and high ushnisha, the earlobes extended, wearing a sanghati wrapped around across the right shoulder with graceful u-shaped pleats falling to the waist

Provenance

Acquired in Pakistan between 1961-1969.

Condition

Fragmentary, as viewed. Wear, accretion, and surface abrasions throughout. With 5 inch stable crack running horizontally across torso and proper left arm.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.