The Bodhisattva Jizō “Looking Back” by Unidentified artist is a vertical painting featuring a standing figure against a dark brown background surrounded by a tan border with swirling golden patterns. The figure has a bald head, wears a brown robe with green and blue accents, and has a halo behind its head. The figure is shown in a three-quarter view, turned slightly to the left with head facing down. The figure holds a staff in the right hand and a rosary in the left. The figure stands on a cloud with flowers, depicted in shades of white, green, and gold. The image is painted on a rectangular canvas, with the border covering the outer edges.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 14th century
- Medium
- Hanging scroll; ink, color, gold paint (kindei), and cut gold on silk
- Culture
- Japan
- Dimensions
- 468 × 624 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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