Ca.400 AD. Rare Gandhara Stucco of a Seated nobleman, A lovely head of a statuette in dark stucco, native to the valleys that run along the rivers of Afghanistan and Pakistan. This face of a mature man bears Indo-European features. The Greek inspiration is clearly seen in the portrait, the man also wears an imposing beard, a symbol characterising intellectuals.Good Condition, on custom stand; Size: 35cm x18cm (13.77 x 7.08 in); 3.7kg; Provenance: From an old Professional British collection, acquired on the UK art market in the 1970s, All Items sold by Pax Romana Auctions come with professional Certificate of Authenticity.