Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: ca. 1200–50
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Distemper on cloth
Dimensions: 27 1/8 x 21 1/4 in. (68.9 x 54 cm)
Credit Line: Purchase, Miriam and Ira D. Wallach Philanthropic Fund Gift, 1991
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A green-skinned figure sits centrally, surrounded by many smaller figures in a colorful, detailed painting
Detailed Description
A vertical rectangular painting depicts a central, large, green-skinned figure seated with legs crossed. The figure's face shows no strong emotion, and it wears an elaborate crown, multiple necklaces, armbands, and bracelets. Its right hand is raised with the palm facing outward, while the left hand rests in its lap. The figure is seated on a multi-layered lotus throne with colorful petals in shades of red, pink, yellow, and blue. Behind the central figure's head is a large, ornate halo, and behind its body is a wider, flame-like aureole, both in shades of red and gold. Flanking the central figure are two slightly smaller, standing figures, one on each side. These figures have lighter skin tones, wear elaborate headdresses, and are adorned with jewelry and flowing sashes. They appear to be holding objects or making gestures with their hands. Above these flanking figures and behind the central figure, arranged in rows, are numerous smaller figures. Approximately ten figures are visible in the upper section, with varying skin tones (green, yellow, light brown) and wearing similar adornments. Some are seated, some are standing, and they are positioned against a dark blue background with red and yellow horizontal stripes. Below the central lotus throne, there is a decorative band with various small, colorful lotus-like shapes. Beneath this band, along the bottom edge of the painting, is a row of six smaller, arched compartments. Each compartment contains a distinct figure, some with multiple arms, varying skin colors (red, green, yellow, black), and different postures. The overall color palette is dominated by reds, greens, yellows, and blues, with intricate details in gold and white.
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