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Lot No.49
AUC48
Ancient India
Auction Date: 12-04-2025
Bronze
Bronze ring from South-Central India, of Buddhist affiliation, showing the consecration (Abhisheka) of a Stupa by two elephants on circular bezel, (c.200-400 AD), 4.49g.
Extremely fine, Very rare.
The motif is a Buddhist version of the more familiar 'Abhisheka of Lakshmi' motif where the goddess is replaced with a Stupa. Similar forms are seen in many Buddhist cave temples, notably as capitals of pillars surrounding the circumambulatory path (Pradakshina) in the Chaitya cave at Kanheri.
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Estimated Price :
Rs. 8,000-10,000
Sold For :
Rs. 15,000
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