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How far has the artist been successful in showing the correct Bhaav of Bodhisattva Padmapani? Explain your answer on the bases of the Six limbs of Art (Shadang) |
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Answer» 1) Painted on the wall of cave no 1 of Ajanta Caves in Aurangabad Prince Siddhartha is shown as the epitome of compassion 2) This Bhaav is reflected in in tribhang mudra 3) Although his head adorns the crown of an heir his semi closed eyes reveal his detachment to worldly desires. 4) The pearl string talks of royalty, yet it adds to inner peace 5) Delicately holding the blue lotus shows the victory of the spirit over the senses, of intelligence and wisdom, of knowledge which leads to compassion. 6) The artist has successfully show-cased the Bhaav of compassion, detachment, and wisdom in this fresco painting |
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