Description
Ancient Gandharan carved stucco bust depicting the head of a youthful figure, ca. 3rd-4th century. With the figure's face framed by wavy hair and tied back by a fillet.
Provenance: Christie's, New York, "The C. Ruxton & Audrey B. Love Collection: Important European Furniture, Antiquities & Asian Works of Art," 20 October 2004, Lot 411; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) height: 9 3/4 in. (Without stand) height: 5 3/4 in x width: 5 in x depth: 4 1/4 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 411; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
(With stand) height: 9 3/4 in. (Without stand) height: 5 3/4 in x width: 5 in x depth: 4 1/4 in.
Condition
Losses to the top and back of the head. Repair visible to the left side of the head along the back. Pitting and small losses throughout, especially the nose and face. Rubbing or loss of finer details throughout.
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Ancient Gandharan Stucco Head of Youthful Figure
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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