#4 • Gautama Buddha Head Modern Sculpture

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $30.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $50 - $150 Origin: Chinese Medium: Mixed Media, Plaster Dimension: 10.5x10x14in Condition: Some of the textured paint is worn away on the back exposing the plaster. Description: A large Gautama head sculpture made out of plaster with a textured grey paint to make the piece look like carved stone. The head features a tightly curled hairstyle described as snail shell curls, and a cranial perturbance known as ushnisha symbolizing enlightenment and wisdom. The Buddha is shown with long earlobes representing renunciation of material wealth and closed eyes representing a state of meditation. The sculpture sits on the base of the heads neck.