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Kuan Yin and Attendants

Unknown

1368

unspecified

From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Ming Painting Medieval

Dominant colour

Kuan Yin and Attendants is a 1368 unspecified by Unknown, a Ming Painting work, held at Detroit Institute of Arts.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1368 · Ming Painting
Where can I see it?: Detroit Institute of Arts

About this work

This painting shows a woman in a red robe, surrounded by three other figures and a large animal. The woman is central, with the others around her. The animal is dark and has a long mane. The woman's robe is detailed, with folds and creases visible. The other figures are also dressed in robes, with one holding a staff. The background is muted, with some greenery visible.