Lot n° 23
Estimation :
3500 - 5000
EUR
Result with fees
Result
: 7 800EUR
Upper part of a stele - Lot 23
Upper part of a stele
India (Uttar Pradesh) Kushan period, circa 2nd-4th century
Pink speckled sandstone. 48 x 90 cm
The foliage depicted in slight relief on the background of this
fragment of a stele are undoubtedly related to the
to representations of the Bodhi tree, under which the Buddha
under which the Buddha attained enlightenment.
The two flying deities traditionally
above the head of the main deity are clearly associated
are here clearly associated, one with clouds and rain
the other with lightning, thunder and lightning.
Perhaps this could be seen as an association
evocation of Mara's assaults.
My orders
Sale information
Sales conditions
Return to catalogue