Ancient Art, Antiquities & Coins
May 28, 2019
(Your local time)
United kingdom
The May Fair Hotel, Stratton Street, Mayfair, London, W1J 8LT, United Kingdom
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LOT 390:
Gandharan Figural Frieze Section with Ascetic Buddha
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Start price:
£
1,350
Estimated price:
$1,500 - $2,000
Auction house commission:
30%
VAT: On commission only
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4th-5th century AD
A carved stone frieze fragment depicting two rectangular columns with foliage to the capitals, crouching figure of Buddha during his ascetic phase with sunken features and prominent ribs, beneath the bodhi tree, facing a group of three female attendants; mounted on a custom-made stand. 48 kg, 59cm including stand (23 1/4"). Fair condition.
Provenance
Property of a London gentleman; acquired from his father's collection.
