Antique Gandharan Schist Head of a Bodhisattva

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Antique Gandharan Schist Head of a Bodhisattva

An impressive Gandharan-style schist stone head depicting a Bodhisattva with a serene and contemplative expression. The face is carefully modeled with balanced proportions, softly defined features, and a composed gaze that creates a quiet sense of introspection. The hair is rendered with deliberate texture and structure, framing the upper portion of the face and contrasting with the smoother surfaces of the forehead and cheeks. The dark schist emphasizes the depth of the carving, particularly around the eyes, nose, lips, and hair. As a sculptural fragment, the head retains a striking presence through the refinement of its facial modeling.