Grey-Stone Buddha with Backrest

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A grey-stone seated Buddha with a backrest, in lotus position, solemn face. Grey stone, archaic carving ?? a Buddhist image. H 36 cm, L 18 cm, W 8 cm.

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Grey-Stone Buddha with Backrest

Lot 0588

Estimate $1,000-$6,000Oct 11, 2026, 2:30 AM EDT

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