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Banner with Bodhisattva, possibly Mahamayuri

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

A standing figure with a serene expression, possibly Mahamayuri, depicted as a Bodhisattva. The figure wears an orange robe with a blue pattern at the bottom and a red shawl draped over the shoulders. A golden necklace and a golden headpiece adorn the figure. The figure holds an object in both hands. The background features a floral pattern and a curtain-like design at the top. The image is on a beige background.

Artwork Details

Date
9th–10th century
Medium
Ink and pigment on silk
Culture
China (Dunhuang area, Gansu Province)
Dimensions
292 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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