Asian Art Auction

June 10, 2013

LOT 82

Lot 82

Grey Schist Fragment of Buddha, Gandhara, 2nd/3rd Century

Grey Schist Fragment of Buddha, Gandhara, 2nd/3rd Century
Lot 82 Details
Grey Schist Fragment of Buddha, Gandhara, 2nd/3rd Century

With heavily lidded eyes, the serene face framed by wavy locks pulled over the ushnisha, the well-carved figure dressed in a sanghati and backed by a nimbus
height 7.1" — 18 cm.

Estimate $3,000-$5,000

Realised: $3,690
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

Cawthra Mulock Estate, Toronto. Acquired in London, England, during the early 20th Century.

Note:

All proceeds from the sale of this lot will benefit the Hesperus Fellowship Community in Thornhill, ON. More information about the organization can be found at www.hesperus.ca.

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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