aureole

(noun)

Any luminous or colored ring that encircles something; often a circle of light or halo surrounding a deity.

Related Terms

  • Mon
  • yaksha
  • finial

Examples of aureole in the following topics:

  • Thai Buddhist Sculpture

    • Buddha in the Tribhanga (leaning) position, with Indian features and no aureole.
    • Buddha in the Amaravati style with loosely folded legs, a continuous eyebrow, flat nose, thick lips, and a lotus-shaped aureole.
    • Sukhothai Buddhas usually had finely curled hair, a slight smile, broad shoulders, and a slender oval face and were accompanied by a flame-shaped aureole.
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