Ca. 17th-18th century Ghandara Buddha head. The large ushnisha protuberance on top of his head symbolizes his high level of spiritual development and typical of the Ghandara style. The Buddha has a peaceful countenance with downcast introspective eyes and a firm brow. His earlobes are stretched long from a youth spent as a prince wearing heavy gold earrings. Behind the Buddha a halo can be seen, symbolising his divinityThe sculpture provides the perfect traditional in appearance Buddha to bring serenity and timeless style to your home, office or sacred space. Provenance: Ex- private US Collection. Please contact us for high resolution images of the piece.