Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: 18th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Distemper on cloth
Dimensions: Framed: 41 1/8 x 23 1/8 in. (104.5 x 58.7 cm) Image: 26 1/4 x 15 3/4 in. (66.7 x 40 cm) Image (with inscription): 27 1/4 x 15 3/4 in. (69.2 x 40 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mrs. Robert W. de Forest, 1931
Visual Descriptions
AI GeneratedVisual Summary
Brief Description
A vertical image shows a large central seated figure, smaller figures, and several mounted figures
Detailed Description
This vertical, rectangular image, rendered in shades of gray, depicts a complex scene with multiple figures arranged in registers. The top section features several smaller figures amidst clouds. In the upper left, a large, fierce-looking figure with multiple arms, wings, and a flaming visual effect is seated on a lotus-shaped base. Above it, a smaller figure sits within a halo. To the upper right, two smaller, robed figures are seated on clouds, one with a halo and the other wearing a tall, pointed hat. Further right, a multi-story building with multiple windows is visible. The central and largest figure is seated in the middle of the image, facing towards the right. This figure wears a tall, pointed hat and robes, with a dark halo behind its head. Its left hand holds a bowl, while the right hand is raised in a gesture. The figure sits on a large, ornate, cloud-like throne. To the left and slightly below the central figure, a smaller, multi-armed figure is depicted within a circular frame, appearing to dance or stand. Swirling clouds and decorative patterns fill the space around the central figure. The bottom section of the image shows a landscape with trees and hills. Several figures on horseback are depicted, surrounded by swirling flames or smoke. On the far left, a figure on a horse appears to hold an object. In the center, a dark, fierce figure on a horse is engulfed in flames. To the right, another figure on horseback, wearing a pointed hat, rides amidst clouds. The overall composition is dense with figures and atmospheric elements.
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