Embroidery of a Thousand-Armed Kannon

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
Museum record:: View original