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Welcoming Descent of Amida and Bodhisattvas

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a large central figure surrounded by numerous smaller figures. The central figure is a man with dark hair wearing a long, off-white robe. He stands on a cloud-like formation with his hands together in front of him. A large halo encircles his head and body. The central figure is flanked by many smaller figures, some with halos, on clouds. Some of these figures have musical instruments. The smaller figures are dressed in various attire, including robes and halos. The background of the painting is dark. A blue border with a patterned design runs along the edges of the painting.

Artwork details

Date:
late 14th century
Medium:
Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silk
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
320 × 624 px
Museum record:
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