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Gandharan Schist Head

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Item Details

Description

Ancient Gandhara Region, Pakistan, ca. 2nd-3rd century AD. A small and sensitively carved head of the Buddha. Mounted on an early display board.

MEASUREMENTS

Height of head: 3 5/8 inches / 9 cm

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Condition

Good fragmentary condition as shown.

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Gandharan Schist Head

Name: Gandharan Schist Head
SKU: 101610231
Price: 375 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $200 - $600

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