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The Asahi Shimbun Gallery3rd century BCE – 3rd century CE
Buddhism originated in north India and spread to other parts of the subcontinent in the third century BE. The Andhra region – located along the south-east coast – welcomed Buddhism and a stūpa, probably built to house a relic of the Buddha from the north was constructed at Amarāvatī.
Limestone relief panel depicting the Great Departure of Prince Siddhartha 2nd century AD More information
Limestone relief panel depicting the Great Departure of Prince Siddhartha 2nd century AD
Limestone panel depicting the Buddhapada 1st century BC More information
Limestone panel depicting the Buddhapada 1st century BC
Limestone drum slab with carving on two sides 1st century BC and 3rd century AD More information
Limestone drum slab with carving on two sides 1st century BC and 3rd century AD
Limestone drum slab depicting the birth of Prince Siddhartha 2nd century AD More information
Limestone drum slab depicting the birth of Prince Siddhartha 2nd century AD
Between the second century BE and third century CE, ornate slabs carved with detailed models of the stūpa were added to its exterior and it was surrounded by a limestone railing. This was carved with lotus roundels, scenes of worship and depictions of events in the life of the Buddha.
Many of these carvings are on display in Room 33a.
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Drum slab - Siddhartha's birth
History of chinese blue and white porcelain , £20.00
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