Bodhisattava Padmapani
NAME - Padmapani bodhisattava.
ARTIST - UNKNOWN.
MEDIUM - Fresco Mural Paintings,Water colour (Ajanta Cave no.1).
PERIOD - 5th Century AD.
COURTESY - Ajanta Caves, Aurangabad Archaeological survey of India.
DESCRIPTION :-
Boddhisatva Padmapani is a World famous art piece of Ajanta is in cave no. 1. In this Painting Boddhisatva is standing in a attractive manner. The Boddhisatva was called Padmapani because of the blue lotus in his right hand. Along with disappointed wife of Padmapani standing by his side touching the heart.The expression of self-realization, renunciation, and asceticism on his face is nicely depicted. The painting has been done in bold lines and a beautiful color scheme.
From the waist, he is inclined slightly to the right side. This suggestion of grace is also visible through the tilt and the gesture of his hand. The elegant features like a high forehead and downcast eyes represent an impression of dignity and serene meditation. Both eyebrows join together. The high light on the cheek, nose, and chin, as well as on the arms and breast together with the warm colors and inward shading of outline give entireness to his appearance. Left-arm is tied with a beautiful ribbon. The high sapphire crown indicates his royal birth. He wears a pearl and sapphire necklace. The long strings of pearl over the left shoulder across the chest and falling over the right arm, are artistically painted.
In the background Buddha is shown meditating and Mar Rakshasha is attacking and numerous Buddha Batakar presents a miracle.
IMPORTANT QUESTION BASED ON M.C.Qs :-
1) Where Boddhisatva Padmapani Painting is situated ?
Ans) Ajanta caves, Aurangabad.
2) Which cave is this Painting in ?
Ans) Cave Number 1.
3) What is shown by Padmapani ?
Ans) Self-realization, Renunciation, and Asceticism.
4) When was this Painting made ?
Ans) 5th century AD.
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