A Gandharian Gray Schist Figure of a Kneeling Atlas, ca. 2nd - 4th century CE Jewelry - Necklaces and members of the extended

and members of the extended family heard about the Balgo Community from other Pintupi travelers and made the long trip northwards in the 1950’s

Earring drop length: 5/8 inch (1

Provenance: Collection of Mr

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Dimensions: Pendant length: 5/8 inch (1

A Gandharian Gray Schist Figure of a Kneeling Atlas, ca. 2nd - 4th century CE Jewelry - Necklaces and members of the extendedThis finely carved gray schist figure of a kneeling Atlas showcases the muscular tension and expressive modeling typical of later Gandharan sculpture. Shown with one knee raised and the other folded beneath him, he braces his weight in a dynamic pose that conveys the effort of supporting a cosmic burden. The muscular torso, deeply drilled beard, and curled hair are rendered with crisp detail, while the draped garment falls in elegant layered folds