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Mogao Cave 17: Virupaksa

CHINA, Gansu, Dunhuang; Tang dynasty (618–907); Ink and color on silk; 64.5 x 17.5 cm; British Museum, London, United Kingdom
This 10th century banner depicts the fierce-looking Virupaksa, Heavenly King of the West. He is dressed in an ornate suit of armor, holds a sword with both hands, and stands upon a demon. A purple cloud rises above the nimbus. The banner includes a headpiece and two side streamers decorated with flower and animal patterns. The body of the banner is framed by a red border.

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