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Labrang Monastery Murals

CHINA, Gansu, Xiahe; Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
These 18th century murals are painted on all four walls of the halls at Labrang Monastery. In one of the murals, graceful heavenly beings frolic in the Western Pure Land of Amitabha Buddha. Dressed in flowing robes and stoles, they are shown holding banners, dancing, playing the flute, or beating drums. Dharma protectors and a garuda are also depicted. The murals, painted with lines of varying thickness and rich colors, reflect the artistic exchange between China and Tibet since the Yuan dynasty (1271-1368).

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