Authentic 2nd Century CE Gandharan Graeco-Bactrian Schist Relief 20.1 inches w/ 2 scenes the life of Buddha -w/ Certificate of authenticity

Authentic Gandharan Graeco-Bactrian Schist relief carved in high relief with two scenes divided by framed classical columns dating circa 2nd to 3rd century CE (AD). Long beautiful grey schist panel depicting narrative panel of Greek influence on Buddhist art. In the first scene, a figure on horseback bursts through a doorway on the right clobbering a small figure under the hooves of his steed and seemingly shocking two characters dressed in robes, one holding an object and the other speaking to the mounted figure. The second scene shows a male and female in a lavishly carved bed - the male laying with his head propped up and the female sitting facing the male, flanked by two men, perhaps guards, in contrapposto, one with a shield and the other with a spear. Realistically carved and likely depicting a scene from the life of Buddha, this relief is an excellent example of the remaining Greek influence on Buddhist art from the Graeco-Bactrian rule.Size: 20.1" W x 4.6" H (51.05 cm x 11.68 c