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SculptureBrikuti
In the early period of Eastern Java art, sculpture is still similar to Central Java. However, the back started to feature “Bua leaf” which is a unique feature of this period. The sculpture is also decorated with more ornamental chains and pearl nosegay.
SculptureManjusri
One important aspect of eastern Java sculpture is the back started to feature “Bua leaf” which is a unique feature of this period. This sculpture in particular has less ornaments than other eastern Java sculptures making it more similar to those of Central java art. It may be possible that it was built during the transitional period.
SculptureAvalokiteshvara with attendants
This Avalokiteshvara wears costumes and has a halo that gravitate towards Eastern java art. The back is also decorated with lotus and lotus leaf, which is an important feature of this period. Besides, having attendants at the back of the sculpture is a common arrangement in this period.
SculptureHarihara
One important aspect of eastern Java sculpture is the back started to feature “Bua leaf” which is a unique feature of this period. Besides, sculptures were also decorated fully with ornaments and flowers. Jewellry earrings and “Yatchayopreweet” were decoaretd with pearls and flowers and so was the belt.
