Untitled

The work titled Untitled was created in 1399 in Nepal, employing distemper on wood with a repoussé gilt‑copper cover; its dimensions measure approximately 5.7 × 46.4 cm. Executed by an anonymous hand, it belongs to the religious painting genre and portrays a deity;. The painting is classified as a work of art within the Paintings category and has been part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection since its acquisition, though specific acquisition details and previous owners are not documented in the available records. Its creation history reflects early devotional art practices in the region.

The work is held in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where it is also located. While the provided records confirm its presence in this institution, they do not specify a particular inventory or accession number. Furthermore, there is no information available within the current sources regarding the artwork's exhibition history.

This untitled painting, created in Nepal's Kathmandu Valley between 1300 and 1400, features a multi-armed golden deity. Rendered in distemper on a small wooden panel, the artwork is further distinguished by a repoussé gilt-copper cover. The central figure, seated serenely on a lotus blossom, holds various symbolic objects in its numerous hands, presenting a calm and composed demeanor.

The artwork employs distemper paint on a wooden support, a common method for creating vibrant, matte surfaces. Uniquely, the golden elements of the deity are achieved through a repoussé gilt-copper cover. This technique involves hammering thin sheets of copper from the reverse side to create a raised design, which is then gilded.

This process imparts a metallic luster and three-dimensional quality to the figure, distinguishing it from painted gold leaf and enhancing its radiant presence.