A beautiful Gandharan stucco head of the Buddha

A beautiful Gandharan stucco head, c. 4th - 5th Century AD, a superbly detailed sculpture and masterfully carved from stucco. It portrays the Buddha with elongated ears, pierced lobes and Urna. He is depicted with the classic serene expression and curly coif gathered into a top knot. H: 3 3/4 in (9.5 cm). This rare example retains remnants of the red pigment found on the Hadda types. Mounted on stand. Ex Exotica Gallery, CA.
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