Mural, Ajanta Caves

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Illustration

Dola RC
by Jean-Pierre Dalbéra
published on 27 October 2015
Mural, Ajanta Caves Download Full Size Image

Some of the most evocative murals were created on the walls of the Ajanta Caves (Maharashtra, India) between 2nd century BCE and 6th century CE. The expressive face, playfulness of light and shade and presence of lustrous jewellery make this portrait extra special.

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Dalbéra, J. (2015, October 27). Mural, Ajanta Caves. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/4145/mural--ajanta-caves/

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Dalbéra, Jean-Pierre. "Mural, Ajanta Caves." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified October 27, 2015. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/4145/mural--ajanta-caves/.

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Dalbéra, Jean-Pierre. "Mural, Ajanta Caves." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 27 Oct 2015. Web. 21 Dec 2024.

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