Ajanta: The Colour and Monochrome Reproductions of the Ajanta Frescoes Based on Photography v2.c8.s18.12

v2.c8.s18.12

The fifth lady of the group, who is seen near the conventionalized rocks, is leading a boy with her right hand, while the forefinger of her left hand is raised in a significant way, perhaps to warn the other boy who is following her. Both these boys have sticks between their legs, as if they were pretending to ride. The delineation of the boy who is being led by the lady is very realistic. The head of the latter figure is damaged in parts, so the features, except for the eyes, cannot be studied. The eyes have a dreamy expression. The head-gear of the lady is very peculiar. It is a conical cap, either embroidered or decorated with flowers and jewels. The style in which she had tucked up her *sārī* is rather intriguing.