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The Bodhisattva Willow Kannon (Avalokiteshvara)

Wu Daozi

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A painting of a female figure with her right arm bent at the elbow and her hand extended, palm up. The figure has long dark hair styled in a tall bun on top of her head, with long strands hanging down on either side of her face. She wears a necklace and earrings. Her clothing consists of a green top with a red skirt, and a blue shawl draped over her shoulders. The background is dark brown with a light halo around the figure's head. A decorative border runs down both sides. The figure stands on a floral design. The female figure represents the Bodhisattva Willow Kannon, also known as Avalokiteshvara.

Artwork Details

Date
late 19th century
Medium
Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
307 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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