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宋人畫千手千眼觀世音菩薩 軸, by Unknown, unspecified, 1100

宋人畫千手千眼觀世音菩薩 軸

Unknown

1100

unspecified

silk

From the collection of National Palace Museum

Dominant colour

Overview

宋人畫千手千眼觀世音菩薩 軸 is a 1100 unspecified by Unknown, a Romanesque work, held at National Palace Museum.

Who painted this?
Unknown
When & what style?
1100 · Romanesque
Where can I see it?
National Palace Museum

About this work

This painting is a beautiful representation of a religious scene, with a large figure at its center. The figure is surrounded by smaller characters, and the entire scene is set against a backdrop of clouds and water. The painting is done on silk, which gives it a smooth and delicate texture. The colors are muted, with shades of brown and blue dominating the palette. The overall effect is one of serenity and calmness. The painting is held at the National Palace Museum, and it is a great example of the art of chiaroscuro, which uses strong contrasts of light and dark to create a sense of depth and volume.

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