Two stucco and grey schist Buddhist carvings, 2nd-5th century

comprising a grey stone head of Bodhisattva, Gandhara, 2nd - 3rd century, wood stand, and a stucco head of a Buddhist acolyte, circa 5th century, wood stand; together with a small Tsakali painting of Sadaksari Avalokitesvara Tibet, 19th century

(5)
14 cm, 13 cm and 7 cm high

Provenance

The heads acquired in Pakistan circa 1975 and the painting acquired in Beijing 2004
Private collection Sydney

Condition Report

Stucco head - the back of the head partly missing, the tip of the nose, and parts of the hair worn, earth adhering overall Schist head - part of the top and back of the head missing, some chips to the nose, forehead and side of the head The miniature - some surface wear and to the edges.

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