Untitled
The Met
Artist: Unknown
Date: 15th century
Department: Asian Art
Classification: Paintings
Medium: Ink, opaque watercolor, and gold on paper
Dimensions: Overall: 4 3/8 x 10 5/8 in. (11.1 x 27 cm)
Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1955
Visual Descriptions
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Brief Description
A central crowned figure sits on a throne under an archway, surrounded by smaller figures and patterns
Detailed Description
This vertical rectangular painting features a central, light-skinned figure seated on an elaborate throne, framed by an archway, against a deep blue background. A red border frames the entire composition. The central figure, depicted with dark hair, large eyes, and a pointed nose, wears a golden crown, multiple necklaces, armbands, and a striped garment of red, white, and gold. They sit cross-legged on a pink and red patterned cushion. Their right hand is raised with the palm facing forward, while the left hand holds a small, dark object. A red and gold halo encircles their head. The archway above the central figure is ornate, with gold and red decorative patterns, supported by two columns. Above this arch, in the upper corners, two smaller figures are seated, facing inwards, each holding an object. To the left and right of the central figure, below the archway, stand two additional smaller figures. These figures, possibly female, wear patterned garments and jewelry, and face towards the central figure. Below the throne, a horizontal row of five small, crouching figures supports the platform. These figures have light brown skin, dark hair, and wear simple red and gold patterned garments. They are depicted in a dynamic, bent-knee posture, positioned directly beneath the platform. The artwork uses a palette of blue, red, gold, pink, and light brown, with black outlines defining the forms. The composition is largely symmetrical, emphasizing the central figure through size and placement.
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