The Great Departure (top), Miracle of the Jambu (wood-apple) Tree (bottom), Scenes from the Life of the Buddha

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The Great Departure (top), Miracle of the Jambu (wood-apple) Tree (bottom), Scenes from the Life of the Buddha

India, Andhra Pradesh, Gummadidurru (?), 3rd century
Sculpture
Limestone
overall: 15 1/2 x 11 3/4 x 3 1/4 in. (39.37 x 29.845 x 8.255 cm)
Gift of The Ahmanson Foundation (M.72.50.1)
Not currently on public view

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