Lot 8 D α

A large Gandhara stucco head of Buddha. Pakistan. 4th/5th century

Auction 1259 - overview Cologne
10.12.2024, 11:00 - Asian Art
Estimate: 5.000 € - 6.000 €
Result: 16.380 € (incl. premium)

A large Gandhara stucco head of Buddha. Pakistan. 4th/5th century

With even and finely modelled facial features and serene expression, large eyes with heavy lids, a strong nose and a mouth with a deep curved lip gap, above the raised curved hairline the hair covers the head and the low ushnisha in undulating strands with prominent waves. Chipped, a thin layer of clay covers the face and head.
Height 34 cm

Provenance

From the estate of James D. M. Weld, Kanada, imported into Germany prior to 2016