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Initiation Card (Tsakalis): Samanthabhandra

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a square painting of a dark blue figure sitting cross-legged on a low platform. The figure wears gold jewelry including a necklace, bracelets, and earrings. A gold headpiece adorns their head. The figure sits on a low platform with a red and green base and gold accents. The background features a large red arch with a blue and gold border. A multicolored rainbow-like design is behind the figure's head. The painting has a red border with gold trim and shows signs of wear and aging. The title of the piece is "Initiation Card (Tsakalis): Samanthabhandra".

Artwork Details

Date
early 15th century
Medium
Opaque watercolor on paper
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
575 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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