A Green Schist Frieze of Buddha
Swat Valley, 2nd/3rd Century
Crisply carved sitting in front of the Bodhi tree flanked by Indra and Brahma
8¼ in. (20.9 cm.) high
Lot Essay
This is the scene immediately after enlightenment, when Brahma persuades the somewhat reluctant Buddha to spread his message.
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