Sep 17, 2026 10:00 EST
Asian Works of Art
338
An Important Gandharan Carved Grey Schist Figure of Buddha
3rd-4th century
Ex Collection of an East End Academic and Socialite
The figure in gracefully-carved folding robes sits in dhyanasana atop a relief-carved rectangular plinth and before an arched mandorla; the hands held at chest and gently grasping a now-missing attribute; the slightly downcast face bearing a serene expression.
Height 30 1/2 inches
Ex. Collection of an East End Academic and Socialite
Purchased Spink & Son LTD., London, November 6, 1981
$10,000 - $15,000
Ex Collection of an East End Academic and Socialite
The figure in gracefully-carved folding robes sits in dhyanasana atop a relief-carved rectangular plinth and before an arched mandorla; the hands held at chest and gently grasping a now-missing attribute; the slightly downcast face bearing a serene expression.
Height 30 1/2 inches
Provenance:Ex. Collection of an East End Academic and Socialite
Purchased Spink & Son LTD., London, November 6, 1981
Asian Works of Art: Part II
Age appropiate wear
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Auction: Asian Works of Art, Sep 17, 2026
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Auction of Asian Works of Art on Wednesday & Thursday, September 16 & 17, 2026 at 10am
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Showcasing the Arts of China, Japan and Throughout Asia
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Consignments Are Currently Being Accepted for Future Auctions
NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle will hold an auction of Asian Works of Art on Wednesday and Thursday, September 16 and 17, 2026 at 10am. Scheduled during Asia Week New York, the two-day sale will present the arts of China, Japan and throughout Asia, including porcelains, bronzes, jades, snuff bottles, pottery, scholar’s objects, furniture and paintings from prominent collections and estates.
Asian Works of Art: Part II / Thurs, Sept 17
Part II of the Asian Works of Art auction will take place on Thursday, September 17. (More).
The Estate of Diane A. Nixon
Featured in the auction are Asian works of art from the Estate of Diane A. Nixon (View Lots). Her lifelong love of travel inspired a rich and varied engagement with the arts as a devoted collector and generous supporter of museums and cultural institutions. Additional property from the Estate will be offered in select auctions through the Fall auction season.
Asia Week New York 2026
Doyle is proud to be an Auction House Partner of Asia Week New York 2026. For information on Asia Week New York, visit AsiaWeekNY.com
SALE NOTICE
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