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Shaka (Shakyamuni) Triad

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a painting titled "Shaka (Shakyamuni) Triad". The painting features a central figure sitting cross-legged on a platform, wearing a red robe. The central figure has dark hair and a mustache. The central figure sits on a raised platform with stairs. Two smaller figures flank the central figure, each on their own platform with a circular halo behind their head. The figure on the left appears to hold a staff. The figure on the right has their hands clasped in prayer. A white elephant with a red harness stands to the right. The background of the painting is dark brown. The painting has a gold border with green and blue patterned borders on either side. The patterned borders feature diamond shapes. A red banner with tassels hangs above the central figure.

Artwork Details

Date
13th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink, color, and gold on silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
415 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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