Sketch of a ship based on a mural in Ajanta Caves, ca. 6th century

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Published: Feb 12, 2026
DOI: https://doi.org/10.26443/jiows.v9i1-2.218

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A sketch of a ship, from Ajanta mural (ca. 6th century AD), which depicts an ancient Indian ship with high stem and stern and three oblong sails attached to three masts. Steering-oars (double quarter rudders) can also be seen.


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Vol. 9 No. 1-2 (2025)
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