Description:

Central Asia, India, Uttar Pradesh, Mathura, Gupta Empire, ca. 4th to 6th century CE. A beautiful sandstone column capital boasting a striking hue of coral pink and carefully carved reliefs of scrolling arabesque and vegetal motifs. Red sandstone is a local material typical to Mathura, the Kushan capital that served as an important economic center due to its location on the caravan trade routes. The softness of red sandstone lends itself to Mathura style's characteristic fluid, curvilinear forms, as seen in this example. An elegant piece, replete with all the opulence of the Golden Age of India! Size: 14" L x 13.6" W x 8.9" H (35.6 cm x 34.5 cm x 22.6 cm)

The Gupta period is sometimes referred to as India's Golden Age, when imperial patronage allowed the arts to flourish; it had a great influence on subsequent periods, like that of the Pala Empire and Kashmir. Gupta's refined artistic forms are characterized by fluid, almost whimsical carving, with gentle curves and a geometric attention to symmetry and shape.

Provenance: private Idledale, Colorado, USA collection

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#175547

  • Condition: Some areas of loss to top, corners, and peripheries, but form and decoration are still clear. Expected weathering and surface wear, commensurate with age. Otherwise, mostly intact with ample remaining detail.

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