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The Met

Artist: Unknown

Date: 19th century

Department: Asian Art

Classification: Paintings

Medium: Distemper on cloth

Dimensions: 39 x 29 in. (99.1 x 73.7 cm)

Credit Line: Purchase, Mrs. W. Murray Crane Gift Fund, 1971

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Brief Description

A central robed figure in clouds, surrounded by smaller figures, with ground-level scenes below

Detailed Description

This monochrome painting depicts multiple scenes arranged vertically, featuring numerous figures and stylized clouds. At the top, a large central figure stands on a lotus base, encircled by an oval aura and a halo. This figure, dressed in flowing robes, is surrounded by several smaller figures, also depicted within puffy, light-toned clouds. Below this upper section, the composition transitions to ground-level scenes. On a gentle incline, a standing figure, similar in attire to those above, faces right, positioned near a group of individuals. Some of these figures kneel, holding objects on trays towards the standing figure, while others stand and gesture. Further to the right, a white horse pulls a two-wheeled cart, carrying multiple figures. Around the cart, other figures are shown in various poses, including walking, kneeling, and one appearing to dance or float. In the lower-left corner, a large, partial figure is visible, cut off by the frame. This figure, facing right, has a prominent halo and a large circular aura behind its head and upper torso. It holds an elongated object in its left hand. Stylized clouds separate different sections of the ground-level scenes. The entire artwork is rendered in shades of gray, black, and white, with strong outlines defining the forms.

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