Chinese Buddha head. Northern Wei Dynasty. 386 to 581

Descriptio Hair arranged in chevron-shaped tufts and spirals covering the topknot; cranial protuberance ushnisha, symbol of knowledge. Stone. China. Northern Wei Dynasty. 386-581. 14 cm. Chipping and cracking visible. Former collection of Mr. GM, specialist in early trade between France and China in the 1960s. Lot in international warehouse (within the EU). Intra-EU shipment: no import duties apply within the EU. Export permit from the country of origin may be required.

Estimate:£1,252.39

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