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The Met

Artist: Unknown

Date: late 15th century

Department: Asian Art

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Distemper, gold and ink on cloth

Dimensions: Image: 40 3/8 x 31 1/4 in. (102.6 x 79.4 cm) Framed: 51 3/8 x 41 9/16 in. (130.5 x 105.6 cm)

Credit Line: Gift of Margery and Harry Kahn, 1985

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Brief Description

A large central figure sits on clouds, surrounded by many smaller figures on a gold ground

Detailed Description

The artwork is a vertical rectangular painting, predominantly gold and ochre, with all figures and details outlined in black. A large central figure sits cross-legged with hands held near the chest, on a circular, multi-layered seat, possibly a stylized lotus, which rests on a formation of clouds. This central figure has a calm facial expression with closed eyes, and wears an elaborate crown, necklaces, and armbands. A large halo encircles its head and body. Surrounding the central figure, and extending across the entire gold background, are numerous smaller figures, also outlined in black. These figures are arranged in rows and clusters; many are seated cross-legged on clouds, while others appear to be standing or floating. Some of these smaller figures also have halos. The background is filled with swirling cloud-like patterns, rendered in black outline, with some areas of the clouds beneath the central figure showing faint reddish-pink coloration. In the lower section of the painting, beneath the central figure's cloud seat, is a semicircular area depicting a platform with various objects arranged on it. A smaller, seated figure is visible on this platform. Below this, various objects, possibly musical instruments or vessels, are arranged. More small figures are scattered around this lower scene, also on clouds. The painting is framed by a narrow reddish-brown border.

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