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Lamaist Temple Hanging

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a framed hanging titled "Lamaist Temple Hanging" by an unknown artist. The hanging features a central figure of a man sitting cross-legged on a mat, wearing a robe and a pointed hat, with his hands clasped together in front of him. The figure is rendered in shades of brown and orange. The background of the hanging is a blue sky with white clouds and a large white circle behind the figure's head. The hanging is surrounded by a border of intricate designs and patterns in shades of red, orange, and gold. The outer frame is a thin brown border with a wider beige border around it. The entire piece is mounted on a white background.

Artwork Details

Date
17th century or earlier
Medium
Silk, metallic thread on silk; mounted on silk, metallic thread
Culture
China
Dimensions
537 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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