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Mogao Cave 17: Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva
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Mogao Cave 17: Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva
CHINA, Gansu, Dunhuang; Five Dynasties (907–960); 196 x 57 cm; Guimet Museum of Asian Art, Paris, France
This early 10th century painting, done in silver lines on red woven silk, was found in Mogao Cave 17. Silk paintings made during this time period usually have pictures on both sides. However, this artwork was mounted on paper during restoration, leaving only one side visible. Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva stands with joined palms, wearing a headdress decorated with ribbons and a Buddha image. The body is adorned with a flowing silk stole and ornaments. An inscription within a cartouche next to the nimbus reads na mo guan yin pu sa " (Homage to Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva). There appears to be a lotus pedestal above Avalokitesvara's nimbus |
