
Object Details
Catalogue Note
Dimensions: H 21 × W 15 cm
Weight: 1.6 kg
Material: Bronze
Region: Himalayan, Nepal/Tibet sphere
A substantial bronze Buddha head with closed eyes, elongated ears and a traditional ushnisha. The modelling connects the piece broadly with Himalayan Buddhist sculpture, although a more precise regional workshop has not been established.
The surface retains a naturally varied patina, minor oxidation and hand-finished details. The open underside shows irregular casting texture. An exact date is not documented, so no specific century is assigned.
Condition
Antique/old condition with patina, oxidation and surface wear.
Iconography and Context
Presented without the full body, a Buddha head concentrates attention on the meditative expression, elongated earlobes, hair treatment and ushnisha. Surface and silhouette become especially important to the sculpture’s impact.
Condition and Display
The bronze surface shows the tonal variation, patina and raised-detail wear described in the catalogue note. The 9 photographs document the sculpture from multiple angles, including the reverse and base.