Bidspirit auction | Ancient Gandharan Grey Schist Bodhisattva

Ancient Gandharan Grey Schist Bodhisattva Bust - Ancient Gandharan carved grey schist bust depicting the head of a Bodhisattva, ca. 1st-2nd century. A serene look on the figure's face, with pendant earrings flanked by neatly coiffed strands of wavy hair. Provenance: Christie's, New York, ”The C. Ruxton & Audrey B. Love Collection: Important European Furniture, Antiquities & Asian Works of Art, ” 20 October 2004, Lot 413; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff. (With stand) height: 7 1/4 in. (Without stand) height: 5 in x width: 4 in x depth: 3 in. Condition: Losses and pitting throughout the hair. Chip between the eyes. Chip to the headdress. General wear throughout.