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THBRare Indian Pala Schist Niche w/ Seated Buddha
Lot 73c
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Artemis Gallery
686 S Taylor Ave, Ste 106
Louisville, CO 80027
United States
Selling antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art online since 1993, Artemis Gallery specializes in Classical Antiquities (Egyptian, Greek, Roman, Near Eastern), Asian, Pre-Columbian, African / Tribal / Oceanographic art. Our extensive inventory includes pottery, stone, metal, wood, glass and textil...Read more
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Jul 19, 2018
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Featuring classical antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art from cultures encompassing the globe, plus fine art. Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
Featuring classical antiquities, ancient and ethnographic art from cultures encompassing the globe, plus fine art. Artemis Gallery info@artemisgallery.com
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- Lot Description
Central Asia, India, region of Bengal, Pala Empire, ca. 8th to 12th centuries CE. A beautiful grey-green schist niche, ornately carved, with a deeply inset arch for the placement of objects of worship. The arch is decorated with a seated figure of the Buddha at its apogee; he is in a meditative pose with his hands crossed in his lap and a small bowl for offerings in his hands. Beside him, inside another decorative arch, is another Buddha, this time in his Prince Siddhartha form, with flowing robes and a standing posture. Below these two figures is a zoomorphic arch decorated with scrolling floral motifs and leading to the two Corinthian style columns that form decorative supports for the main arch. This piece is a remarkable demonstration of the skill of Gandharan stone carvers! Size: 4.25" L x 14.75" W x 22.15" H (10.8 cm x 37.5 cm x 56.3 cm)
During the Pala dynasty, the kingdom was one of the only places in India where Buddhism was practiced; as a result, it became an enclave of Buddhist art, with Buddhist monks, students, and pilgrims journeying from across Asia to see holy sites, monasteries, and universities. When they returned home, the Pala artistic style journeyed with them, giving it great influence in art throughout the Buddhist world.
Provenance: ex-Sarkisian Gallery, Denver, Colorado, USA
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#136417Piece is missing one corner as shown, with some losses to edges and nicks/chips commensurate with age. Remaining carving is in very fine condition.Condition
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