Portrayal of Woman in the Cave Paintings of Ajanta

Ajanta Caves, a collection of 30 rock-cut Buddhist temples near Aurangabad, Maharashtra, showcase a unique artistic tradition from the 1st century BC to the 7th century AD. Unlike conventional perspective-based art, Ajanta paintings depict figures in their entirety through horizontal bands, with backgrounds at the top and foregrounds below. This study highlights the portrayal of women in these cave paintings, emphasizing their significance within this classical Indian art form. The research likely involved analyzing the visual representation, compositional techniques, and cultural context of women depicted in the caves. Ajanta's serene location, overlooking the Waghora River, may have influenced its artistic flourishing, offering insights into Buddhist monastic life and artistic expression during this period.

Tripathi, S., & Jain, B. (2019). PORTRAYAL OF WOMAN IN THE CAVE PAINTINGS OF AJANTA. International Journal of Research -GRANTHAALAYAH, 7(11), 135–140. https://doi.org/10.29121/granthaalayah.v7.i11.2019.3722