Abstract
Parasols symbolize spiritual and temporal sovereignty. Umbrellas were always held over deities and respectful persons. Parasols over deities suggest spiritual sovereignty over temporal world. As in other religious doctrines, the parasols occupy a significant position in the Buddhist art tradition of India. The Buddhist art of lower Krishna valley exhibit beautiful varieties of parasols which may be studied on the basis of symbolism and iconography.

Sreyash Ray Chowdhuri. (2018) REPRESENTATION OF PARASOL IN THE ART OF COASTAL ANDHRA IN PRE AND EARLY CHRISTIAN ERA, Pakistan Heritage, Volume 10 , Issue 1 .
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