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Birth of Buddha

National Museum - New Delhi

National Museum - New Delhi
New Delhi , India

The scene depicts the Lumbinivana, where Maya retired and delivered the child. On the right, Maya is seen holding the branch of the sala tree. On her right is Indra identifiable by his conical cap, receiving the newborn child in his palms. Standing between them is the newly born baby, about to take the first seven steps.

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  • Title: Birth of Buddha
  • Date Created: 9th Century CE
  • Location: Nalanda, Bihar
  • Physical Dimensions: Ht. 20.0 cm., Wd. 11.2 cm., Dep. 5.7 cm.
  • Medium: Bronze
  • Dynasty: Pala
National Museum - New Delhi

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