Dipankara Jataka (The Story of the Ascetic Megha and the Buddha Dipankara)
Gray stone sculpture with a rough, uneven edge. Seven figures depicted. In the center, a figure wearing a long robe holds a staff. To their right, a figure in a long robe. To the left of the central figure, another figure holds an object above their head with one hand. On the far left, two figures clasp their hands in front of their chests and wear a shorter robe. One of these figures holds a lotus flower. A figure kneels at their feet. On the right side, a figure with a beard appears behind the group. Gold flecks scattered throughout. The background is gray.
Artwork Details
- Date
- ca. 2nd century
- Medium
- Schist with gold leaf
- Culture
- Pakistan (ancient region of Gandhara, Swat Valley)
- Dimensions
- 600 × 600 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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