Tang Dynasty White Marble with a Golden Buddha...

HEAD. H:49cm (19.29in) H:30cm (11.81in) This is a fragmented head sculpture of Sakyamuni Buddha carved from white marble of Tang Dynasty. It features neat stacked spiral hair with tall full ushnisha. The urna on the forehead is dotted with gilded technique, showing ???? and restrained luster. Its facial features inherit the grand and graceful aesthetic of prosperous Tang Dynasty, with full round face, straight thick nose and gentle restrained lip lines. The half-closed eyes present a tranquil merciful aura, fully showing the magnificent and graceful artistic charm of Tang Dynasty. The marble texture is delicate and smooth with distinct carving lines. The remaining original gilded traces show natural weathered mottled texture after thousand-year erosion, yet remaining elegant primitive charm. As a classic relic of Tang Dynasty temple stone sculpture, it retains complete spiritual charm despite being a fragment, serving as a top-grade ??? for studying the style and craftsmanship of Northern Tang Dynasty Buddhist sculpture. ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS. Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions. The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description. Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value. All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions has not independently authenticated any signature, inscription, attribution, authorship, association, provenance, pressing detail, edition, period, origin, or related documentation. Terms such as "attributed to," "after," "manner of," "circle of," "school of," "in the artist's style," or similar language mean the lot is not guaranteed to be by the named artist, maker, signer, studio, or period. Exact authorship, origin, attribution, or date may be unknown, and the lot may not be included in any official catalogue raisonne, archive, registry, or recognized reference source. Yakon Auctions makes no express or implied warranties or guarantees regarding authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, condition, provenance, attribution, description, value, or marketability. Buyers are responsible for due diligence and should seek independent expert advice before bidding. No return, refund, cancellation, or bid retraction will be accepted based on disputes regarding authenticity, attribution, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, description, estimated value, market value, or buyer's post-sale opinion. Original invoices, reports, certificates, or documents shown in listings will be included only if all items listed on that document are purchased. If only part relates to the purchased lot, a digital copy may be provided upon request at Yakon Auctions' discretion. Please bid responsibly. If you do not agree with auction sale principles, the "As Is" nature of the property, or the binding nature of bidding, please do not bid. For inquiries, please contact Support@yakonauctions.com .