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Bodhisattva Jijang (Ksitigarbha) and the Ten Kings of Hell

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1841

unspecified

From the collection of Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Ming Painting Early 19th Century

Dominant colour

Bodhisattva Jijang (Ksitigarbha) and the Ten Kings of Hell is a 1841 unspecified by Unknown, a Ming Painting work, held at Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Who painted this?: Unknown
When & what style?: 1841 · Ming Painting
Where can I see it?: Los Angeles County Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a large group of people in colorful robes. Some are standing, some are sitting, and some are holding objects like books or staffs. In the center, a figure sits on a throne-like chair with a halo around their head. The people are arranged in a way that creates a sense of movement and energy. The colors are vibrant, with lots of reds, greens, and golds. The overall effect is one of grandeur and importance. If you're interested in learning more about this style of painting, you might want to check out the work of other artists who used chiaroscuro.