Gandharan Buddha Head | Carved Stone Fragment with Greco-Roman Features | 3rd–5th Century CE

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Gandharan period carved stone Buddha head fragment, 3rd–5th century CE, serene expression with half-closed eyes, Greco-Roman facial features, delicately carved hair, natural patina, mounted on a clear acrylic display stand.
360-degree rotating view of an ancient Gandharan carved stone Buddha head fragment, showcasing Greco-Roman influenced Buddhist sculpture from the 3rd–5th century CE
Gandharan carved stone Buddha head fragment from northern Pakistan or Afghanistan, 3rd–5th century CE, mounted on acrylic stand
Ancient Gandhara Buddha head sculpture showing Greco-Roman facial features and serene expression, carved stone, 3rd–5th century CE
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Historical Gandhara Buddha head fragment carved in stone, showing Hellenistic realism and Buddhist iconography
Side view of Gandharan Buddha head fragment revealing carved hair detail and ancient surface patina
Early Buddhist Gandhara stone Buddha head fragment from Silk Road region, 3rd–5th century CE
Museum-quality Gandharan Buddha head fragment with weathered stone surface and serene expression
Ancient Gandhara Buddhist sculpture fragment depicting Buddha head, Greco-Roman style, carved stone
  • Gandharan period carved stone Buddha head fragment, 3rd–5th century CE, serene expression with half-closed eyes, Greco-Roman facial features, delicately carved hair, natural patina, mounted on a clear acrylic display stand.
  • 360-degree rotating view of an ancient Gandharan carved stone Buddha head fragment, showcasing Greco-Roman influenced Buddhist sculpture from the 3rd–5th century CE
  • Gandharan carved stone Buddha head fragment from northern Pakistan or Afghanistan, 3rd–5th century CE, mounted on acrylic stand
  • Ancient Gandhara Buddha head sculpture showing Greco-Roman facial features and serene expression, carved stone, 3rd–5th century CE
  • Gandharan Buddhist stone Buddha head fragment with half-closed eyes and naturalistic realism, Silk Road era artifact
  • Close-up of Gandhara Buddha head fragment highlighting Greco-Roman influence in early Buddhist art, 3rd–5th century CE
  • Antique Gandharan stone Buddha head with soft smile and refined facial contours, early Buddhist devotional sculpture
  • Historical Gandhara Buddha head fragment carved in stone, showing Hellenistic realism and Buddhist iconography
  • Side view of Gandharan Buddha head fragment revealing carved hair detail and ancient surface patina
  • Early Buddhist Gandhara stone Buddha head fragment from Silk Road region, 3rd–5th century CE
  • Museum-quality Gandharan Buddha head fragment with weathered stone surface and serene expression
  • Ancient Gandhara Buddhist sculpture fragment depicting Buddha head, Greco-Roman style, carved stone
Gandharan period carved stone Buddha head fragment, 3rd–5th century CE, serene expression with half-closed eyes, Greco-Roman facial features, delicately carved hair, natural patina, mounted on a clear acrylic display stand.
360-degree rotating view of an ancient Gandharan carved stone Buddha head fragment, showcasing Greco-Roman influenced Buddhist sculpture from the 3rd–5th century CE
Gandharan carved stone Buddha head fragment from northern Pakistan or Afghanistan, 3rd–5th century CE, mounted on acrylic stand
Ancient Gandhara Buddha head sculpture showing Greco-Roman facial features and serene expression, carved stone, 3rd–5th century CE
Gandharan Buddhist stone Buddha head fragment with half-closed eyes and naturalistic realism, Silk Road era artifact
Close-up of Gandhara Buddha head fragment highlighting Greco-Roman influence in early Buddhist art, 3rd–5th century CE
Antique Gandharan stone Buddha head with soft smile and refined facial contours, early Buddhist devotional sculpture
Historical Gandhara Buddha head fragment carved in stone, showing Hellenistic realism and Buddhist iconography
Side view of Gandharan Buddha head fragment revealing carved hair detail and ancient surface patina
Early Buddhist Gandhara stone Buddha head fragment from Silk Road region, 3rd–5th century CE
Museum-quality Gandharan Buddha head fragment with weathered stone surface and serene expression
Ancient Gandhara Buddhist sculpture fragment depicting Buddha head, Greco-Roman style, carved stone

Gandharan Buddha Head | Carved Stone Fragment with Greco-Roman Features | 3rd–5th Century CE

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Historical Context & Origin

Region: Gandhara (modern-day northern Pakistan and Afghanistan)
Material: Carved stone
Period: 3rd–5th Century CE

Description
This exquisite Buddha head fragment, dating from the Gandharan period, exemplifies the fusion of Greco-Roman artistry with Buddhist iconography. Measuring approximately 8.25 inches by 2.5 inches by 2.5 inches, the sculpture captures the serene expression and refined craftsmanship that defined Gandharan art. Half-closed eyes, a gentle smile, and naturalistic features evoke peace and enlightenment, while the subtle detailing of the hair and facial contours highlight the technical mastery of Gandharan artisans. The surface patina and weathering further authenticate its antiquity, lending depth and historical resonance to this spiritual relic.

Features

- Serene expression with half-closed eyes and soft smile

- Naturalistic Greco-Roman–inspired proportions and facial rendering

- Delicately carved hair and facial contours

- Surface patina and weathering enhancing authenticity

- Mounted on a modern clear acrylic stand for elegant display

Cultural Significance
Gandharan art represents a profound cultural synthesis, blending Hellenistic realism with Buddhist spirituality. This fragment would have originally formed part of a larger devotional sculpture, likely placed in a temple, stupa, or monastic setting for meditation and worship. As a product of Silk Road cross-cultural exchanges, it reflects the transmission of Buddhist imagery from South Asia into Central and East Asia, where Gandharan style deeply influenced later Buddhist art traditions.

Condition
Well-preserved fragment with stable form and visible natural weathering. Mounted securely on a modern clear acrylic stand.

Dimensions (approximate)
Height: 8.25 in
Width: 2.5 in
Depth: 2.5 in

Age
3rd–5th Century CE

Learn More

Explore the artistic traditions and symbolism of Buddhist sculpture through a museum-held example: Figural Head of Buddha – Royal Ontario Museum

Discover other authentic Buddha figures and Buddhist artifacts in our collection: View Buddha Sculptures at Relic & Rarity

Description

Historical Context & Origin

Region: Gandhara (modern-day northern Pakistan and Afghanistan)
Material: Carved stone
Period: 3rd–5th Century CE

Description
This exquisite Buddha head fragment, dating from the Gandharan period, exemplifies the fusion of Greco-Roman artistry with Buddhist iconography. Measuring approximately 8.25 inches by 2.5 inches by 2.5 inches, the sculpture captures the serene expression and refined craftsmanship that defined Gandharan art. Half-closed eyes, a gentle smile, and naturalistic features evoke peace and enlightenment, while the subtle detailing of the hair and facial contours highlight the technical mastery of Gandharan artisans. The surface patina and weathering further authenticate its antiquity, lending depth and historical resonance to this spiritual relic.

Features

- Serene expression with half-closed eyes and soft smile

- Naturalistic Greco-Roman–inspired proportions and facial rendering

- Delicately carved hair and facial contours

- Surface patina and weathering enhancing authenticity

- Mounted on a modern clear acrylic stand for elegant display

Cultural Significance
Gandharan art represents a profound cultural synthesis, blending Hellenistic realism with Buddhist spirituality. This fragment would have originally formed part of a larger devotional sculpture, likely placed in a temple, stupa, or monastic setting for meditation and worship. As a product of Silk Road cross-cultural exchanges, it reflects the transmission of Buddhist imagery from South Asia into Central and East Asia, where Gandharan style deeply influenced later Buddhist art traditions.

Condition
Well-preserved fragment with stable form and visible natural weathering. Mounted securely on a modern clear acrylic stand.

Dimensions (approximate)
Height: 8.25 in
Width: 2.5 in
Depth: 2.5 in

Age
3rd–5th Century CE

Learn More

Explore the artistic traditions and symbolism of Buddhist sculpture through a museum-held example: Figural Head of Buddha – Royal Ontario Museum

Discover other authentic Buddha figures and Buddhist artifacts in our collection: View Buddha Sculptures at Relic & Rarity

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