Description
Ancient Gandharan carved stucco bust depicting the head of a Buddha, ca. 2nd-3rd century. Modeled with fanning 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 399; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) Height: 10 in. (Without stand) height: 6 1/2 in x width: 4 in x depth: 4 1/2 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 399; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) Height: 10 in. (Without stand) height: 6 1/2 in x width: 4 in x depth: 4 1/2 in.
Condition
Breaks and losses to most of the hair, the tops and sides of the ears, the nose, the neck, and the back of the head. Some areas of pitting or wear.
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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:
Sean BlanchetAsian Art Specialist
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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