GANDHARAN SCHIST HEAD OF BODHISATTVA Ca. AD 200 - 300. A schist head of a Bodhisattva with a serene expression, characterised by heavy-lidded eyes and an intricate hairstyle topped with an elaborate headdress and framed by a nimbus. On top there is a stylised flower. For similar see: Christie's, Indian and southeastern Asian Art, Live Auction 2578, Lot. 531. Size: 260mm x 180mm; Weight: 8.7kg. Provenance: Ex. Mayfair collection since 1980s. This item has been cleared against the Art Loss Register database and comes with a confirmation letter.