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Buddhist Temple Painting

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white painting of a Buddhist temple scene. A large figure of Buddha standing on a pedestal with hands together. Two smaller monk figures on either side. An ornate design above Buddha's head with two animal-like figures on either side. A figure on the bottom with hands above their head supporting a platform. The background is black with small white designs.

Artwork details

Date:
early 19th century
Medium:
Hanging scroll; color on silk
Culture:
Thailand
Dimensions:
202 × 623 px
Museum record:
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