MAS.479
Overview
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Lower part of a wooden figure, possibly a representation of the Buddha in meditation position. Shown are two legs in lotus position (padm_sana), clothed in a robe. The many folds of the garment are also depicted.;
Date
500 to 599
Find site
Measurement
height 10.2 centimetres, width 32 centimetres
Description
Scope and content : Lower part of a wooden figure, possibly a representation of the Buddha in meditation position. Shown are two legs in lotus position (padm_sana), clothed in a robe. The many folds of the garment are also depicted.;
Institution
Historical information
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Find site identifier
KarY.
Stein site number
K.Y.I.0020
Find site description
An area of scrub-covered low sand hillocks stretching east of the stream of Domoko, 60-80 miles east of Khotan on the southern arm of the Silk Road. Remains of a destroyed Buddhist shrine were found, similar to that at Khadalik in plan and decoration, but probably smaller. Small pieces of painted wood from posts were plentiful. No sign of destruction by fire. No further information entered at present.
Excavation history : Stein excavated here on March 13, 1908
Short description : Karayantak - area east of Domoko
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