Miracle of Sravasti

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Time Period
C. 2nd Century CE, Kushana, Gandhara

Location found
 Kabul (North-West part of Undivided India)

Dimension
H: 41.5, W: 10, L: 40 cm

Material
Schist

Number Assigned
Accession No. K1/ A23220
Indian Museum, Kolkata, West Bengal

 

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The Miracle of Śrāvastī from the Gandhara School portrays the Buddha performing the Twin Miracle, emitting flames and water from his body while multiplying his image to manifest his spiritual supremacy. Carved in gray schist, the Buddha sits in dhyana mudra, surrounded by smaller Buddhas and celestial figures. Flames rising from his back symbolize enlightenment and transcendence. This relief exemplifies Gandharan artistry, merging Greco-Roman naturalism with Buddhist symbolism, expressing the Buddha’s divine power and serene, enlightened presence.

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