Death of the Historical Buddha (Nehan-zu)

The image depicts a large painting of the "Death of the Historical Buddha (Nehan-zu)" by an unknown artist. The painting shows a serene forest scene with numerous trees, some adorned with pink blossoms. A central figure, the Buddha, lies on a raised platform covered with a yellow cloth, surrounded by a crowd of mourners. The onlookers vary in their postures, with some sitting, others kneeling or standing. Several animals, including deer, zebras, and birds, are scattered throughout the scene. In the upper right corner, three figures sit on clouds, while the background features a dark sky with clouds. The painting has a brown border with a green inner frame, and the overall color palette is muted.