RARE Ancient Gandharan Gray Schist Stone Face BUDDHA 2nd - 3rd Cent. Afghanistan

RARE ANCIENTGANDHARAN / GANDHARA GRAY SCHIST STONE HEAD/ FACE of BUDDHA ~ AFGHANISTANItem # :60 2171__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Type of artifact:Rare ancient and wonderfulmasterpiece of Gandharan / Gandhara sculptural art. This gray Schist stone fragment of the head / face of theBuddhais genuine as described from the 2nd to 3rdCentury AD. This artifact is mountedprofessionally on a museum display stand. Amount:1 (one) single piece * All photos aretaken from the actual item *Weight:Including display stand approx. 1,083.27 grams = 1.08 kgSize :Height of face of the Buddha:approx. 12.12 cm = 4.77 inchesWidth : approx. 7.69 cm (at the widest point)Depth: approx. 5.35 cmDimensions including display stand:Height: approx. 22.70 cm = 8.93inchesWidth : approx. 13.40 cm (at the widest point)Depth: approx. 7.80 cmMaterial :Gray Schist stoneStyle:Gandhara period 2nd - 3rd Century ADApprox. age:circa 2nd to 3rdCentury AD Origin:Ancient Gandhara / Gandharan period ~ AfghanistanCondition:Excellent ancient condition in exquisite museum quality !There are no damages and no repairs.The magnificent patina is originalas found. The surface has some expectedcorrosions, weathering, wear, degradation and abrasions as a consequence ofage and extended burial. Some original sedimentarydispositions remain on part of the surface. Provenance:This ancient artifact is one of alot we acquired from a German Collection. Certification:We will issue on request aGUARANTEE of AUTHENTICITY / Certificate of Authenticity for this rare genuineantique artifactEstimated Value:At major producthouses, the estimated value of similar items is between US$ 1,500 and US$ 3,000Remarks:This extremely rare ancient Schist stone artifact dates to approx. the 2nd to 3rd Century AD andwas excavated in the AfghanistanThe characteristics of Gandharan sculptures are a degree ofrealism inherited from its Greek antecedents in the area combined with a nativetradition that is both vibrant and simple in its execution. It is a typical hybrid art from Gandhara, which was firstdescribed by Alfred Foucher as “Greco-Buddhist”. This sculpture isHellenistic in style with local Gandharan flavor added in the facialfeatures. Gandharan sculptures were heavily influenced by the artistictraditions of the Hellenistic world, most probably as a result of Alexanderthe Great’s colony in Bactria(WesternAfghanistan). The juxtaposition of distinctly Westernclassical features, such as the realistic and rigid rendering of the drapery,with the stylized indigenous treatment of the face and body, typifiesGandharan sculptures. Alexander the Great, the Greek conqueror and King of Macedon,who invaded Indiain 326 B.C.E. When he left India,Greek artisans settled in North India and Pakistan and possibly influencedthe first known anthropoid images of the Buddha, which developed into theGandhara style of Buddhist art. Don’t miss theopportunity to own a genuine piece of ancient history. Our photographs have been enlarged to show details. Most details shown in the large image are actually not visible to the naked eye. We have made the image as close as possible to the original item when viewed on our screen. Depending on the viewers monitor settings, these items may appear a few shades lighter or darker in comparison to the original object.Why Shop with AGUSTUS-Collection!» eCRATER Seller for over 10 Years» Very high Approval Rating» Outstanding Collection» German Ownership» Free FedEx shipping for purchases over US$ 500» Combine Shipping for 10 days» Secure Packing & Shipping Services» Secure Payment via PayPal» Items are guaranteed as described» Clear Return Policy» Fast Support Response» Outstanding Customer ServiceBack To TopVisit my eCRATER Store: AGUSTUS-CollectionAdd to Favorite Stores|Sign up for Store NewsletterHome|Guarantee & Return Policy|Store Policy|Shipping|Payment|Procedure|Guides|FAQs|About The SellerBack To Top