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Objects of art, Oriental art and curiosities
Two heads, stone and terracotta, Northern India, probably Gupta period, 16 cm and 12 cm high
Collection of the Swiss Ambassador Paul André Ramseyer
Notes: Please ensure that you remain up to date with the latest European legislation regarding the import of cultural goods (EU Regulation 2019/880)
Description
Two heads, stone and terracotta, Northern India, probably Gupta period, 16 cm and 12 cm high
Collection of the Swiss Ambassador Paul André Ramseyer
Notes: Please ensure that you remain up to date with the latest European legislation regarding the import of cultural goods (EU Regulation 2019/880)
Condition report
- Stone head:
Overall wear to the surface
Some stains
Scratches
Lacks
Some dirt
knocks on the back
Two holes on the back, one containing a wooden peg
A hole beneath the head, containing a bolt to secure it to the stand
Another hole that has been filled
- Terracotta head:
Overall wear to the surface
Attached to the stand with a glued and cemented bolt
Lacks
Cracked surface
Traces of glue
Dark patina
Notes: Please ensure that you remain up to date with the latest European legislation regarding the import of cultural goods (EU Regulation 2019/880)
Collection Paul André Ramseyer
La collection de l’Ambassadeur Paul André Ramseyer comprend notamment un ensemble d’œuvres issues du sous-continent indien, acquises lors de son séjour à Delhi entre 1968 et 1971, alors qu’il y occupait les fonctions de Secrétaire d’ambassade. Ces remarquables pièces reflètent son intérêt pour la richesse artistique et religieuse de cette région.