Buddhist Triad, India, Kashmir, 8th century H.... Lot 74

Buddhist Triad, India, Kashmir, 8th century H. 14 cm. Grey chlorite The adorned Buddha makes the gesture of preaching seated on a throne guarded by two lions looking at each other. He wears a necklace and pearl earrings. Two Bodhisattvas assist him standing on lotuses. All three have their heads covered with a circular halo. The back of the relief is decorated with a magnificent stupa. Provenance : Parisian collection Acquired from the John Siudmak Asian Art Gallery, London Collection Simon Digby Publication: John Siudmak, The Hindu-Buddhist Sculpture of Ancient Kashmir and its influences. 2013, pp.364-365, plate 168 a and b.