King Suddhodana and Sage Asita
| Accession Nr.: | 6345 |
|---|---|
| Type: | relief |
| Date of production: |
1st-2nd c.
Gandhara art |
| Place of production: | |
| Acquisition: | donation of Imre Schwaiger |
Fragment of a relief, in the center Suddhodana sits, who is Buddha's father. On his left, behind his back is his wife, Queen Maya, Buddha's mother. Maya saw a white elephant in her dream- the wise Ashita was called to interpret the dream.
Himalayan schist.
Himalayan schist.