A Gandharan Grey Schist Figure of Maitreya

2nd-3rd Century

二-三世紀犍陀羅灰片岩彌勒
depicted standing on a rectangular pedestal, dressed in long robes, the bare chest adorned with elaborate necklaces, the face carved with a subtle smile underneath raised urna and a high chignon, backed by half of a mandorla.

Height 13 in., 33 cm.

Provenance:

Acquired from Rudi Oriental Antiques, New York, 1965.

來源：

1965年購自紐約Rudi Oriental Antiques行。

Having a restoration the figure across the ankles that wobbles slightly, though the figure is still able to remain upright as supported in the stand.

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A Gandharan Grey Schist Figure of Maitreya

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