Ajanta: The Colour and Monochrome Reproductions of the Ajanta Frescoes Based on Photography v2.c8.s22.15

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In front of these four women is a male figure who, on account of his large size, may be identified with Pūrṇa.¹ The way in which he wears the large necklace round his arm and shoulders indicates the smartness of his nature, but as the head of this figure is damaged it is impossible to observe the expression of his feelings. Close to Pūrṇa, there is another votary. He is probably his elder brother, Bhavila, a little smaller in size, but has very refined features. Bhavila is looking at Pūrṇa, apparently for guidance as to what ceremonial should be observed when making the offering to the Great Being.