

Four Ascetic Brahmans
The image depicts a rectangular stone carving with a decorative top border featuring a zigzag pattern. Four men are carved on the stone, each with distinct features and attire. The man on the left has long hair and wears a short tunic and skirt-like garment. He holds an object in his right hand. The second man from the left has a beard and wears a similar outfit. His hands are clasped together in front of him. The third man from the left also has long hair and wears a tunic and skirt-like garment. He holds an object in his right hand. The fourth man from the left is partially visible; he appears to have long hair and wears a tunic and skirt-like garment. He holds an object in his right hand. The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a museum or gallery setting. The title of the artwork is "Four Ascetic Brahmans" by an unknown artist.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 2nd century
- Medium
- Stone
- Culture
- Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara)
- Dimensions
- 600 × 400 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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