Schist Stone Bust of the Gandhara Buddha

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Schist Stone Bust of the Gandhara Buddha

An impressive Gandharan-style schist stone bust depicting the Buddha with a serene and contemplative expression. The sculpture presents the Buddha from the chest upward, focusing attention on the carefully modeled face and head. His features are symmetrical and composed, with softly defined eyes, a gently shaped mouth, and a calm expression that gives the figure an inward-looking quality. The hair is rendered in a carefully organized pattern across the head, contrasting with the smoother modeling of the face. The dark schist creates a strong visual depth across the carved surfaces, emphasizing both the facial features and the subtle transitions of the stone.