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Barbarian Royalty Worshiping the Buddha

Zhao Guangfu

Cleveland Museum of Art

The artwork, titled "Barbarian Royalty Worshiping the Buddha" by Zhao Guangfu, depicts a long, horizontal scroll. The scroll is divided into two main sections: a left section with dense black Chinese characters on a beige background and a right section featuring an illustration. The illustration shows a seated Buddha figure in a pink robe at a central location on a multi-layered platform. The Buddha has a halo around his head. To the Buddha's left and right are several figures in various colored robes, some appearing to be in a position of worship or greeting. The figures on the right side are more numerous and varied in dress, some with head wraps or hats. The background of the illustration includes a series of red seals or stamps and lighter circular designs. The artwork is bordered on the right and left by narrow beige strips with more red seals. The overall color palette is subdued with beige, black, red, and various earth tones dominating. The figures' facial expressions and the intricate details of their clothing and the setting are notable. The artwork appears to be on aged paper.

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1263 × 143 px
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