Gandharan Schist Figural Frieze
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1st-3rd century AD. A carved schist arcaded frieze fragment of three columns with pedestals and stacked capitals; between these, two scrolled arches, within each a standing figure in a loose robe. 5.9 kg, 39cm (15 1/4"). From an Oxfordshire collection; formerly acquired on the UK art market; acquired prior to 1980. Schist is a medium-grade metamorphic rock with medium to large grains of mica flakes in a preferred orientation (nearby mica flakes are roughly parallel").
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Fine condition.
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Gandharan Schist Figural Frieze
Estimate £300 - £400
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