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A pink Sandstone Bust of two addorsed tree dryads
India; Kushan, Mathura
Circa 2nd-3rd Century AD
sandstone

The sculpture once formed part of an end bracket between two arches or lintels on one of the gateways to a temple. Each of the female tree spirits has a slightly contemplative expression to her face. Each wears elaborate, heavy earrings typical of this period, and a rich beaded necklace falls between her ample breasts.

Compare fig S29 “Indian Sculpture” Pal, Vol.1

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