Description
Ancient Gandharan carved stucco bust depicting the head of a Buddha, ca. 3rd-4th century. Modeled with a sensitively downcast expression bordered by curled ringlets.
Provenance: Christie's, New York, "The C. Ruxton & Audrey B. Love Collection: Important European Furniture, Antiquities & Asian Works of Art," 20 October 2004, Lot 389; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) height: 13 1/4 in. (Without stand) height: 9 in x width: 6 in x depth: 6 in.
Provenance: Christie's, New York, "The C. Ruxton & Audrey B. Love Collection: Important European Furniture, Antiquities & Asian Works of Art," 20 October 2004, Lot 389; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) height: 13 1/4 in. (Without stand) height: 9 in x width: 6 in x depth: 6 in.
Condition
Losses throughout including large losses to the nose. Pitting, flaking, and rubbing throughout. Breaks to the base fo the neck and back of the head.
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Ancient Gandharan Carved Stucco Head of Buddha
Estimate $1,500-$3,000
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This auction is curated by:
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Robert SnellPaintings and Sculpture Specialist
Leo & Doris Hodroff Collection: Arts of Asia
Nov 11, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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