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The Heavenly Dragon General with Attendants

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From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

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The Heavenly Dragon General with Attendants is an unspecified by Unknown, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?: Unknown
Where can I see it?: Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting shows a group of people in traditional Chinese clothing, with one central figure and many attendants around him. The central figure is dressed in red and green, with a dragon on his chest, and he holds a staff in his right hand. The attendants are also dressed in red and green, with some holding weapons or other objects. The painting is very colorful, with many different shades of red, green, blue, and gold. The background is dark blue with clouds, and there are some waves at the bottom of the painting. The overall effect is one of energy and movement, with the central figure standing out strongly.