Items Similar to Gandharan Column Capital Fragment with an Image of the Buddha
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 6
Gandharan Column Capital Fragment with an Image of the Buddha
About the Item
A bold and expressive Gandharan carved gray schist column capital fragment, circa 2nd - 3rd century, ancient region of Gandhara.
The fragment of a column capital carved in high relief with sweeping acanthus leaves surrounding an image of the Buddha seated in in meditation, his hands in dhyana mudra, a halo behind him, and sheltered by overhanging leaves. His mustachioed face displays a sweet smile. His wavy hair tied in a high topknot covering his unisha. He wears loose robes which feature typical lush Greco-Roman drapery.
The Kingdom of Gandhara, in modern day Pakistan and Afghanistan, is notable for producing some of the earliest images of the Buddha. The Greco-Buddhist kingdom’s importance as an ancient crossroad is visible in the distinctive style that emerged, blending Indian, Greco-Roman and Parthian influences.
Fitted on a custom Mid-Century wooden base.
- Dimensions:Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
- Style:Hellenistic (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:2nd - 3rd Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Fragment of a larger column capital; minor losses to the tips of some leaves, otherwise very good condition for age.
- Seller Location:Austin, TX
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU89471028896
About the Seller
5.0
Gold Seller
These expertly vetted sellers are highly rated and consistently exceed customer expectations.
Established in 2001
1stDibs seller since 2010
304 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Austin, TX
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
More From This SellerView All
- Gandharan Stucco Head of the Buddha, 3rd-5th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXA sublime Greco-Buddhist stucco head of the Buddha, ancient region of Gandhara, circa 3rd-5th century. A fragment of a larger statue, the Buddha's face...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsStucco
- Pair Gandharan Stucco Heads of Donors, 3rd-5th Century, GandharaLocated in Austin, TXA charming pair of Gandharan molded stucco heads of donors, ancient region of Gandhara (modern day Pakistan / Afghanistan), probably Taxila, circa 3rd-5th century. The two heads most likely represent donors. Donors to temples would often have their images enshrined in the artworks of temple walls in thanks for their support. One head portrays a youthful figure with a plump, smiling face, and full head of hair arranged in fat curls and secured by a headband. The androgynous figure...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Hellenistic Antiquities
MaterialsWood, Stucco
- Gandharan Standing Bodhisattva Maitreya, Carved Black Schist, 2nd-4th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXAn impressive and well carved Gandharan figure of the Bodhisattva Maitreya, the Buddha of the Future, carved black schist, ancient Kingdom of Gand...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Antiquities
MaterialsSchist
- Gandharan Stucco Head of a Donor, 4th-5th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXA sublime molded stucco head of a young male donor from the ancient region of Gandhara, 4th-5th century. The youthful nobleman sculpted in an idealized...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Pakistani Hellenistic Sculptures and Ca...
MaterialsStucco
- Gandharan Small Stucco Buddha Head, Style of Hadda, 5th-6th CenturyLocated in Austin, TXA lovely small stucco head of the Buddha, ancient region of Gandhara, probably Hadda, 5th to 6th century, modern day Afghanistan. Beautifully rendered, the small Gandharan Buddha...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Antiquities
MaterialsStucco
- Small Hellenistic Parthian Marble Head of a Man, circa 2nd to 1st Century BCLocated in Austin, TXA small carved marble head of a man, Parthian Empire, Hellenistic Period, circa 2nd to 1st century BC, modern day Iran. The small marble head car...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Persian Hellenistic Busts
MaterialsMarble
You May Also Like
- 19th Century Thai Bronze Buddha with Patinated Gold SurfaceLocated in New York, NYThis quietly stunning Buddha was realized in Thailand during the 19th century. It represents an exceptionally fine example of the period. The Buddha wears a long flowing robe. His Us...Category
Antique 19th Century Thai Other Antiquities
MaterialsGold, Bronze
- Bactrian Marble Column IdolLocated in Vosselaar, BEBactrian marble column idol, circa 3000-2000 Bc. It has a elegant tapering form with a undeep groove running on the top and bottom. The marble is a breccia type with striking vains i...Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Afghan Archaistic Antiquities
MaterialsMarble
- Early 19th Century Mounted Figural Fragment from ThailandLocated in Chicago, ILThe piece was found in France. the gorgeous patina and losses show this artifact in a very wonderful way. We mounted the pice with hand made iron presented for displayCategory
Antique Early 19th Century Thai Figurative Sculptures
MaterialsWood
- Brass Alam Hand Cutwork Calligraphy in the Shape of a Falcon, 20th CenturyLocated in Islamabad, PKBrass Alam Persian hand Cutwork Calligraphy in the shape of a falcon, 20th century. The ornamental calligraphy arranged within a frame of a bird of prey -The Falcon. The letters are those of the Shia Muslim...Category
20th Century Persian Islamic Antiquities
MaterialsBrass
- Pair of 19th Century Chinese Hand-Carved Temple Corbels with CharactersLocated in Yonkers, NYA pair of 19th century Chinese hand-carved temple corbels featuring stylized characters. Each corbel showcases a great wood openwork carving featuring a...Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Antiquities
MaterialsWood
- 17th Century French Capital FragmentLocated in Atlanta, GAAn outstanding and exquisite 17th century French capital to a pilaster. Expertly carved from wood with a wonderful cherub stunningly finished in water gilding and polychrome. A excep...Category
Antique 17th Century French Architectural Elements
MaterialsWood
Recently Viewed
View AllMore Ways To Browse
Antique Images
Images Antique Furniture
3rd Century
Capital Base
Column Capital
2nd Hand Used Furniture
Sweeping Study
Ancient Column
Mid Century Fragment
Antique Wooden Columns
Antique Wooden Column
Roman Leaves
Objects Used In Meditation
Roman Seat
Roman Relief
2Nd Hand Antique Furniture
Carved Wooden Columns
2nd Century Roman