Description
Ancient Gandharan carved stucco bust depicting the head of a Buddha, ca. 2nd-3rd century. With the figure's visage framed by the remnants of curling locks.
Provenance: Christie's, New York, "The C. Ruxton & Audrey B. Love Collection: Important European Furniture, Antiquities & Asian Works of Art," 20 October 2004, Lot 401; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) height: 10 1/4 in. (Without stand) height: 7 in x width: 5 1/2 in x depth: 4 3/4 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 401; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) height: 10 1/4 in. (Without stand) height: 7 in x width: 5 1/2 in x depth: 4 3/4 in.
Condition
Losses to the hair, right ear, back and bottom of neck, and back of head. Areas of wear, pitting, and flaking throughout. Trace polychrome remains.
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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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