Likely 12th-13th century, sandstone, the head is carved with a serene face, downcast gaze and full lips, long earlobes, hair is styled with a tiered ushnisha and rows of curls, presented on a wood stand.

HOA 20 in., Head only 14 in.

From the Collection of Frederick Kramer Darragh Jr. (1916-2003) by repute.

A similar sculpture resides at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, 50.46.222.

Overall very good condition; right ear with loss to lower lobe; left ear with some slight loss to upper ear; rubbing with slight loss to curls on head on upper left above forehead; some wear and scratches to wooden stand.