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3rd century · Limestone · Asian Art

This panel tells the story of the conversion of the Buddha's half-brother, Nanda. He was initially skeptical of joining the Buddhist order, wanting to instead remain with his beautiful wife. Through discussion and ultimately a miraculous flight over the Himalayas to the heaven of Indra, the Buddha was able to convince him to join the monastic order.

Artist

Unknown

Date

3rd century

Medium

Limestone

Culture

India (Andhra Pradesh, Goli)

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1930