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Kizil Cave 189: Dharma Protector

CHINA, Xinjiang, Aksu; circa 6th–7th century
This illustration is on the left wall of the main chamber. The Dharma protector faces the Buddha and wears a crown, flowing stole, and numerous ornaments. He displays a powerful and solemn expression. He has curled hair and holds a trumpet-like instrument in his left hand while forming a mudra with his right. The figure’s skin is painted with vermilion to accent his muscular body. The eyebrows, eyes, nose, and mouth of the protector are outlined in fine lines that are more delicate than on other parts of the body.

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