Features:
- multi-colored flaming mandorla very characteristic of Sri Lanka
- multi-colored flame on head (uncommon)
- fine wavy lines on robes
- double lotus seat
- urna as dot
- hand-sewn doily covering hands (traditional in Sri Lanka) as an offering
Location: Sri Lanka, Anuradhapura: Isurumuṇiya Temple
Photo date: 1966 or earlier
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Digital images courtesy of the Getty’s Open Content Program.
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