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Initiation Card (Tsakalis)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Square painting with rounded corners, featuring a central figure of a Buddhist monk or deity. The figure has yellow skin and is wearing a red robe. The figure's right hand holds a black sphere, and the left hand is positioned near the chest. A blue cape with gold accents hangs behind the figure. The figure stands on a yellow surface, with a red and blue background. A gray halo surrounds the figure's head. The painting has a thick border with a red outer edge, a thin yellow line, and a dark blue inner section. The artwork appears worn, with visible signs of aging and damage. The title is "Initiation Card (Tsakalis)" and the artist is unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
early 15th century
Medium
Opaque watercolor on paper
Culture
Tibet
Dimensions
552 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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