A Gandharan grey schist head of Buddha Shakyamuni. Kushan period, 3/4th century

A Gandharan grey schist head of Buddha Shakyamuni. Kushan period, 3/4th century Smooth yet sharply defined facial features and a serene expression, with large almond-shaped eyes beneath heavy eyelids, arched eyebrows, and a straight nose. The wavy locks of hair, radiating from the centre of the hairline, curl around and cover the low ushnisha. Stand. Height 16.5 cm

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