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Sadaksari-Lokeshvara Surrounded by Manifestations and Monks

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Golden-colored artwork with reddish-brown frame. Central figure seated cross-legged on a lotus throne with hands in lap. Wears long robes with patterned designs. Head adorned with ornate headdress and large earrings. Large halo behind the figure. Many smaller figures of monks and Buddhas around the central figure. Some seated, some standing. Figures are drawn in black lines. Background filled with detailed designs. Cloud-like shapes under central figure. Sun or moon at bottom.

Artwork Details

Date
late 15th century
Medium
Distemper, gold and ink on cloth
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
500 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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