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Four Mandalas of the Guhyasamaja Cycle

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts Four Mandalas of the Guhyasamaja Cycle by an unknown artist. The image features a square artwork with a worn, aged appearance and a predominantly red, gold, and black color scheme. The artwork is divided into four identical quadrants, each containing a mandala. Each mandala consists of a circle with a square inside it, and a smaller square inside the larger square. The squares and circles are outlined in gold. The squares contain various designs and figures. The circles contain additional designs and figures around the squares. The artwork is surrounded by a border featuring rows of small, arched shapes containing figures. The background of the image is a plain gray color. The mandalas are symmetrical and feature intricate designs. The artwork appears to be hand-painted or drawn. The image presents a detailed and ornate piece of art. The artwork seems to have some damage or wear around the edges.

Artwork Details

Date
16th century
Medium
Distemper and ink on cloth
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
555 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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