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Seven Heavenly Kings

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Black and white drawing of seven men in traditional robes. Three men standing in the back row. Four men in the front row, one in center with hands together in prayer. Three men on either side of him with hands folded across their stomachs. All men wear robes with wide collars and sashes at waist. Hair styled in topknots. Background of swirling clouds. Men standing on ground with cloud designs.

Artwork details

Medium:
Hanging scroll; color on silk
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
299 × 624 px
Museum record:
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