Indian Sculpture c8.101

c8.101

47. Part of coping stone of railing, outside, Amarāvatī. Middle second century A.D. Madras Museum. The main motif of the twisted flower, leaf- and bead-garland is accompanied by two runners; they pass through nodules transformed into heads of Makaras. Across the main garland lesser garlands are thrown at intervals. These and the tassels of the plaques appear swept by the movement of the main garland, and swing with wide curves. The round knob on the back of the throne to the right has lotus shape, and suggests the presence of the Buddha.