Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: early 12th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Opaque watercolor on wood
Dimensions: 2 3/16 x 12 3/4 in. (5.5 x 32.4 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Marie-Hélène and Guy Weill, 1984
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A long, rectangular wooden panel with a horizontal row of eight stylized figures in yellow and red
Detailed Description
A long, narrow, rectangular wooden panel is painted with a horizontal composition on a predominantly red background. The panel shows signs of wear and paint loss. Along the top and bottom edges, there are narrow borders with repeating geometric patterns in lighter colors. The main scene features eight stylized human-like figures, arranged in a horizontal row. These figures have yellow or gold skin tones, dark hair, and are outlined in dark brown or black. They wear minimal clothing, often appearing as red or dark sashes, and are adorned with elaborate headwear or hairstyles. From left to right, the figures are in various poses: the leftmost figure is seated, facing right with an arm raised; the next is also seated, facing right; the third appears to be in a dynamic pose, possibly gesturing, facing right; the fourth is seated, facing right, with an object near its head. Slightly to the left of the center, a large circular motif with concentric rings in yellow and red is visible, featuring a dark, circular hole in its center. To the right of this motif, the fifth figure is seated, facing left with an arm raised; the sixth is seated, facing left, holding an object; the seventh appears to be in a dynamic pose, facing left, with an object on its back; and the rightmost figure is seated, facing left, with an arm raised. Below the figures, a decorative band with repeating triangular and swirling patterns in yellow, red, and dark colors forms a base for the scene. The primary colors used are red, yellow-gold, and dark brown or black, with some lighter accents.
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