Figure of a Buddhist Donor

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This statue likely belonged to a grander work that adorned the base of a stupa, a sacred mound built to safeguard precious relics and artifacts. The man depicted is probably a wealthy Buddhist making an offering to the Buddha, showcasing his fine attire which bears the style characteristic of Central Asia, possibly introduced by the Kushan dynasty that established their empire in northern India and Pakistan. Notably, they had converted to Buddhism, with Gandhara serving as one of their key centers of power.