Ancient region of Gandhara, Kushan period, c. 250 AD. The Buddha standing, wearing a long flowing monastic robe, holding the pilgrim’s staff in his left hand, the face showing a serene expression with arched eyebrows, almond-shaped eyes, and slender lips, the wavy hair surmounted by an ushnisha, a large circular halo behind him. Mounted to an associated modern metal base.
Condition: Excellent condition commensurate with age, with losses to the feet and extensive wear as well as soil encrustations. Provenance: French private collection.
Weight: 1,452 g (incl. base) Dimensions: Height 30 cm (incl. base), 24 cm (excl. base)