Indian Gupta Period Terracotta Bodhisattva Head
Ancient Indian, Gupta period (320-550 CE), molded ceramic terracotta statue sculpture of a Bodhisattva head, likely fourth century, mounted on a hardwood stand. 7.75" H x 3.5" W x 3" D. Provenance: From the Kew Gardens estate of L. L., a holocaust survivor, educator and wife of K. L., an employee at the United Nations, likely acquired prior to the 1968 death of K. L.
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Ancient Indian, Gupta period (320-550 CE), molded ceramic terracotta statue sculpture of a Bodhisattva head, likely fourth century, mounted on a hardwood stand. 7.75" H x 3.5" W x 3" D. Provenance: From the Kew Gardens estate of L. L., a holocaust survivor, educator and wife of K. L., an employee at the United Nations, likely acquired prior to the 1968 death of K. L.
Condition Report: Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Complete condition information is available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Auctions at Showplace will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. Auctions at Showplace does not provide any shipping or packing services. We happily provide a list of recommended shippers who can provide shipping quotes prior to bidding.
