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PLATE XXIII

The Great Buddha

The Buddha here appears as in his youth, when he was simply Prince Siddhārtha and before he had deserted all for the sake of salvation. His portrayal is an admirable example of the Indian ideal of manly beauty. From a fresco at Ajantā, Berār. After Ajanta Frescoes, Plate XI.