Folio from the Bhaktamara Stotra (“Hymn of the Immortal Devotee”)

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From the collection of Detroit Institute of Arts

Dominant colour

Folio from the Bhaktamara Stotra (“Hymn of the Immortal Devotee”) 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 depicts a serene scene with a central figure seated cross-legged on a red throne, surrounded by a red archway. The figure is adorned in a simple orange robe, and its hands are placed in its lap. To the left, a smaller figure is shown sitting on a red cushion, with its hands clasped together in prayer. The background features a blue sky with white clouds. In the foreground, several figures are engaged in various activities. Some are shown bowing or kneeling, while others are depicted in the water, accompanied by fish. The overall atmosphere of the painting exudes a sense of reverence and devotion. The painting is held at the Detroit Institute of Arts.