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Embroidery of a Thousand-Armed Kannon

Unidentified artist

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a framed piece of embroidery artwork. The artwork features a central figure of a thousand-armed Kannon. The Kannon stands on a lotus flower base. The Kannon is surrounded by an arch with intricate designs. The arch has a semi-circular shape with a pointed top. The arch contains blue dots and floral patterns. The Kannon has a serene facial expression and wears a long robe. The Kannon has multiple arms, though not all are fully visible. Two golden orbs are positioned on either side of the Kannon, near the top. A cross-like symbol is above the Kannon's head. The artwork is bordered by a patterned frame with blue and gold floral designs on a beige background. The frame has a thick black border around it. There is Asian script in the bottom corners. The overall color palette is predominantly beige, gold, and blue.

Artwork Details

Date
probably late 15th–early 16th century
Medium
Hanging scroll remounted on a panel; embroidered silk appliquéed to cotton backing
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
271 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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