GANDHARAN STONE HEAD OF BUDDHA

Ca. AD 3-4th century or later. A detailed head of Buddha. The youthful face is modelled with gentle features, almond-shaped eyes cast downward in a serene expression, full lips forming a faint smile, and a straight, elegant nose. The coiffure features an arranged ushnisha, encircled by a turban with crisply defined patterns. Large pierced earlobes curve outward. Size: 175mm x 105mm; Weight: 2.01kg Provenance: Private London collection, acquired on the UK art market; Ex. A. Kotlar collection, acquired in 2003. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.