Grey schist Gandhara Ca. 200-300 AD Dimensions: 60,5 cm by 38,5 cm by 8 cm without stand Weight with stand: 25Kg A decorative element from the drum-shaped body of a stupa. To the top is the image of the Buddha after having gained enlightenment, seated on a lotus flower throne. To the sides are the bikhus, or disciples. To the bottom are four busts that are possibly demi-gods. Between the busts is the Buddha accepting an offering. For anotherplete upper false gable depicting this same pivotal narrative scene from Buddha's life, see: Miyaji, Gandhara Art, Tokyo, 1984, no. 50. Provenance: - From the collection of a London gentleman - formerly acquired in early 2000s in France - previously in 1970s European collection