Gandhara Schist - Greco-Buddhist frieze - Scene from the...

RARE GANDHARA FRIEZE SCULPTED IN SCHIST Greco-Buddhist art of Gandhara (1st – 6th century AD) Frieze depicting a scene from Buddha's life. Relief section showing several figures, servants standing before seated, older men. Section of a stupa (Buddhist dome-shaped monument) in gray Gandhara schist This sculpture is influenced by Greek productions and is a beautiful testimony to the cultural and artistic exchanges of the era. Pakistan, Gandhara region, Kushan art, 1st to 3rd century AD Dimensions: 44.5 cm long x 16.2 cm high (height 20.2 cm with the base) Good condition – wear – no restoration Provenance: Germany, D.E.R. Gallery The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained; provenance statement seen by Catawiki. Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot. The seller will ensure that the necessary permissions, such as an export licence, are arranged. (Passport for cultural object) The seller will inform the buyer of their status if this takes more than a few days All items from the seller are shipped with insurance covering the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.

Estimation:€1,700

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