Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: late 14th–early 15th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Distemper on cloth
Dimensions: Overall: 16 x 14 1/4 in. (40.6 x 36.2 cm)
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Uzi Zucker, 1981
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A central multi-armed figure on a lotus throne, surrounded by a circular mandala of figures
Detailed Description
This vertical rectangular painting depicts a complex mandala composition. At the center, a large, light-skinned, multi-armed figure sits on a red lotus throne, wearing an elaborate headdress and jewelry. Below this central figure, a smaller, light-skinned figure sits within a boat-like structure. Two light-skinned figures, each holding a bow and arrow, are positioned on either side of the boat, aiming outwards. This central group is enclosed within a large white circular field. Surrounding the white circle are concentric rings forming the mandala. The first ring is red with dark, stylized motifs. The next ring is dark, almost black, with lighter, possibly green or blue, curved segments. The outermost ring of the mandala is red and contains approximately 24 small, seated figures, each within an individual arched compartment. These figures vary in posture and adornment, some appearing multi-armed. Beyond the main circular mandala, the painting has a rectangular border. The top border features a row of small, seated figures in arched niches, similar to those in the mandala's outer ring. The bottom border is a wider red band, divided into several sections. On the left, a few seated figures are depicted. The central and right sections show groups of smaller figures in dynamic poses, some appearing to dance or engage in various activities. The dominant colors are red, black, white, and light skin tones, with accents of green, gold, and brown.
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