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LOT 2291

Indian Red Sandstone Buddha Head

5TH-7TH CENTURY A.D. OR LATER

11 in. (7.4 kg total, 28 cm high including stand).

A carved sandstone Buddha head, with exaggerated lentoid eyes and broad nose, lips parted and teeth exposed; mounted on a custom-made stand.

Provenance

Acquired 1990s.
Ex West Country, UK, collection.

CONDITION
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LOT 2291

Indian Red Sandstone Buddha Head

Estimate £120 - 170€140 - 200 (for guidance only)$160 - 230 (for guidance only)

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