Dear List, 

Mahabharata I, 29. 2-5 and Sumangalavilasini (Buddhaghosa's commentary to Mahaparinibbana-sutta)  VI, 26  contain images of a revolving wheel (with 360? spokes), guarded by figures with swords in hands, and by two serpents. Viśvakarma/Vissakamma is mentioned as the wheel's constructor. 

Is that - or similar - image present somewhere else in the ancient Indian literature?

Thanks in advance for your comments -

Artur Karp

South Asian Studies Deptt (emeritus), University of Warsaw, Poland