Planetary deities

Such figures are frequently found in Buddhist monasteries all over Sri Lanka. The absorption of Hindu deities into Buddhism is demonstrated by this painting. The painting has been done using waterbased colours on wood.

 

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Planetary deities

Murugan surrounded by planetary deities

Murugan and another deity

Painting of Jain Tirthankara

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