Ming Dynasty Stone Frieze Panel, Buddhist Narrative
Ca. 1368–1644 CE. East Asia, China, Ming Dynasty, ca. 1368 to 1644 CE. A large gray stone frieze panel carved in relief with a narrative vignette, likely drawn from the Buddha's life or an associated parable. The composition shows a central figure seated in meditation within a boat beneath a canopy suggestive of the bodhi tree, with wave forms below and a secondary monk-like attendant appearing to steady or accompany the vessel. Flanking the scene are standing attendants on small pedestals holding fans, while at right a crouching supporter lifts a haloed Buddha figure marked by a rosette nimbus. The panel was likely a tomb or temple register intended to be viewed at close range. Size: 28" L x 2.5" W x 17" H (71.1 cm x 6.4 cm x 43.2 cm); 19.75" H (50.2 cm) on included custom stand. Size: 17" H x 28" L x 2.5" W (43.2 cm H x 71.1 cm L x 6.4 cm W); On included custom stand: 19.75" H (50.2 cm H).
Provenance: private Loveland, Colorado, USA collection, acquired in 2014; ex-private Denver, Colorado, USA collection; ex-private USA collection, brought to the USA in the 1960s
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Item #199068
Condition
Large fragmentary piece from a larger frieze. Chips and abrasions to the stone, but scene is intact and well preserved. Mounted on a modern wood base. Scratches and abrasions to wood, and stable fissure on one end.
Ca. 1368–1644 CE. East Asia, China, Ming Dynasty, ca. 1368 to 1644 CE. A large gray stone frieze panel carved in relief with a narrative vignette, likely drawn from the Buddha's life or an associated parable. The composition shows a central figure seated in meditation within a boat beneath a canopy suggestive of the bodhi tree, with wave forms below and a secondary monk-like attendant appearing to steady or accompany the vessel. Flanking the scene are standing attendants on small pedestals holding fans, while at right a crouching supporter lifts a haloed Buddha figure marked by a rosette nimbus. The panel was likely a tomb or temple register intended to be viewed at close range. Size: 28" L x 2.5" W x 17" H (71.1 cm x 6.4 cm x 43.2 cm); 19.75" H (50.2 cm) on included custom stand. Size: 17" H x 28" L x 2.5" W (43.2 cm H x 71.1 cm L x 6.4 cm W); On included custom stand: 19.75" H (50.2 cm H).
Provenance: private Loveland, Colorado, USA collection, acquired in 2014; ex-private Denver, Colorado, USA collection; ex-private USA collection, brought to the USA in the 1960s
SHIPPING: We coordinate worldwide shipping in-house through specialist international forwarders experienced with fine art and antiquities customs manifests. International buyers must confirm, prior to bidding, that their country's customs authority will accept the item. All duties, taxes, clearance fees, and any costs arising from customs delays, seizures, re-export, returns, or loss in transit are the buyer's sole responsibility. Artemis assumes no liability for items refused entry, detained, or lost after export. We cannot ship ancient items to their country of origin (Egyptian to Egypt, Greek to Greece, etc.).For those not using LiveAuctioneers' Live Ship program, Artemis Fine Arts offers expert in-house packing and worldwide shipping. With over 20 years of experience, our team provides careful, reliable, and affordable service. For a quick quote on this lot, please contact support@artemisfinearts.com prior to the auction, or call 720-890-7700.
PAYMENT EXCEPTION: For clients not previously established with Artemis, payment for all gold, precious metal, and gemstone lots must be made by bank wire transfer or certified bank check/money order, without exception.
Item #199068
Condition
Large fragmentary piece from a larger frieze. Chips and abrasions to the stone, but scene is intact and well preserved. Mounted on a modern wood base. Scratches and abrasions to wood, and stable fissure on one end.
