1903.26.0017
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fris
- Object description
- Lower part of wooden board or beam with carvings in relief on one side, representing a vertical row of figures (only two on the actual specimen) each standing under an arch supported by pillars or pilasters. The rather high relief is much worn. There seems to be no structural connection between the pillars of different arches. The two figures differ slightly from one another. The lower one holds a lotus bud or a "chowrie" in the right hand, which is raised above the elbow, the left arm hanging down: the hand probably grasping a ribbon falling from the shoulder. The upper figure holds the hands symmetrically in front of the chest (in Anjali mudra?). Both figures are similarly dressed in long robes with floating drapery. From the shoulders a ribbon or "streamer" hangs down each side of the figures. The bases of the pillars rest on strong plinths; the capitals are well developed. No finer details can be noticed as the state of preservation is poor. The left border of the beam is simply moulded. On the other edge is a shallow mortice between the two figures. Bergman, pl.IV.4 (03.11.404)
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