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Gandharan Schist Frieze of the Death of Buddha browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Indian Subcontinent: Pre AD 1000: item # 978827 Please refer to our stock # 1625 when inquiring.
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| Gandharan Schist Frieze of the Death of Buddha, ca. 2nd - 3rd Century CE. Expressive relief with Buddha surrounded by grieving Acolytes and monks. At 80 years old The Buddha ate tainted food and became very sick when he lay down between two trees to die. His death released his from the endless cycle of Life and he attained Nirvana (the extinction of Desire.) Ex: Michael Longazel collection. 8 1/4" high and in very good condition. | ||
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