“Intrusive Art” at Ajaṇṭā in the Late Middle Period: The Case of Bhadrāsana Buddhas

Following the apparent chaos that ensued at Ajaṇṭā during the so-called “period of disruption” in the wake of King Hariṣeṇa’s death (ca. 478–480 CE), local monks and residents in the caves continued to sponsor the donation of what we term “intrusive” images after the late Walter Spink. These new don...

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Main Author: Nicolas Revire
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-08-01
Series:Religions
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/13/9/771