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Buddhist Temples amid Autumn Mountains

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The painting depicts a serene mountainous landscape with Buddhist temples. The scene features a cluster of buildings, likely temples, nestled among trees and situated at the foot of mountains. The mountains are rugged, with steep cliffs and rolling hills covered in vegetation. In the background, misty mountains fade into the distance under a hazy sky. The artwork is rendered in black ink on a brown background, with two red seals visible at the top. The composition is panoramic, capturing a wide view of the landscape.

Artwork Details

Date
14th–15th century
Medium
Handscroll; ink and pale color on silk
Culture
China
Dimensions
598 × 345 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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