Antiquities - ancient Gandharan schist figure of a seated banqueter

M14

Gandharan schist figure of a seated banqueter

£240

A carved schist figure of a seated and robed male holding a cup in his right hand.

Depictions of Buddha were often flanked by attendants partaking in Earthly riches. The figure may also represent Buddha as the bon-viveur prince before his enlightenment.

The carving of this figure is very schematic, suggesting that it was either unfinished or intended to adorn a structure in a position which was barely visible to the viewer. The simple yet technically accurate carving however gives it an appealing image when viewed by the modern eye.

Afghanistan/ Northern Pakistan, late Gandhara culture, c. 4th or 5th Century AD.

Intact as shown

Size: 22 x 10.7 cms, 24 cms including display stand.

Mounted on a black painted wooden block

Ex. private collection, Sweden. Acquired 1970's/1980's.

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