The Collection houses the world's oldest Buddhist statues that were made by the Greeks of Gandhara including the starving Buddha, a 2nd-century schist sculpture, a pinnacle of Gandharan artistry, that depicts Siddhartha Gautama's ascetic period with profound emotional depth, showcasing the fusion of Hellenistic sculptural techniques with Buddhist narrative. Other masterworks include the world's oldest bronze of Avalokiteshwara verified by the Museum of Thailand.
The intricate detailing and anatomical precision offer unparalleled insight into early Buddhist iconography and the philosophical underpinnings of the faith that shaped the bulk of Asian art and treasures in the museums across Japan, China, Korea and all Asian galleries.
Guardians of Ancient Wisdom
Bronze Standing Buddhas
Narrative Relief Friezes
Birch-Bark Manuscripts
Exquisite 1st to 3rd-century bronze figures, illustrating the evolution of early Buddhist iconography with Greco-Roman stylistic elements.
Rare and fragile ancient Buddhist texts, meticulously preserved in climate-controlled environments, providing direct linguistic and doctrinal links to early Buddhism.
Stone carvings depicting jataka tales and scenes from the Buddha's life, offering invaluable insights into Gandharan narrative art and cultural exchange.
Scholarly Inquiry
Access our curatorial archives and research facilities by private appointment for advanced study of Gandharan artifacts.