Carved green schist frieze panel of Parinirvana
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Description
Carved green schist frieze panel of Parinirvana, Possibly 2nd/3rd c. CE, Gandhara, finely carved with sarcophagus at center surrounded by mourners, a small incense altar placed in front at center over an inverted lotus border below, the casket finely detailed with hinges and rosettes, the stone drilled underneath with metal receptacles for custom stand (included), 12.5"h x 13"w x 2.5"d (stone), 1.5"h x 14"w x 4"d (stand)
Provenance: Christie's Indian and Southeast Asian Art Sale 1492, March 31, 2005, lot 26; Julian Sherrier Collection, London
Provenance: Christie's Indian and Southeast Asian Art Sale 1492, March 31, 2005, lot 26; Julian Sherrier Collection, London
Condition
Good/Fair, with old chips and surface losses, wear commensurate with age and material, no restoration observed but possible **Note: Condition reports are based on visual inspection under typical office lighting. Unless otherwise noted, items are not examined under UV light in advance of sale. If you are interested in bidding, please contact us to request a more thorough examination, or make an appointment for in-person inspection. Condition reports are rendered as specialist opinion by the staff of the Auction House and not as statements of fact. We do not guarantee the content of written or verbal condition reports. Remember, all sales are final. The absence of a condition report does not imply that there are no condition issues with the lot. Please call us at (973) 377-1500 or e-mail info@milleabros.com with any questions about this lot at least 24 hours prior to auction.
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Carved green schist frieze panel of Parinirvana
Estimate $1,500 - $2,500
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