1919,0101,0.131

Description

Scope and content : Ch. xlvi. 006. Painted silk banner; all accessories and both ends of painting lost, colour much gone. Subject: Samantabhadra on white elephant, but without attendant. For other examples, see Ch. xx. 001. S. sits cross-legged on lotus, both hands held out from elbow, open and slightly downwards as though bestowing gifts; elephant ¾ R., S. practically facing spectator. Bodhisattva is of type *Ch. 002 in dress and features, but particularly feminine and delicate in aspect, with long level eyes, straight nose, small upcurled mouth, and mild expression. Ears are almost normal in length and have no rings. Elephant drawn with much character and truth to life; colouring, harness, etc., as in Ch. xx. 001; attitude similar but reversed, all six tusks visible.