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Yarhu: Longevity Bodhisattva
CHINA, Xinjiang, Turpan; Tang dynasty (618–907); Ink and color on linen; 37.5 x 37.5 cm; Lushun Museum, Dalian, Liaoning, China
This painting was discovered at the ancient city of Yarhu by a Japanese expedition team between 1908 and 1909. It is diagonally divided into two triangles containing symmetrical images of Bodhisattvas surrounded by leaves and flowers.
The Bodhisattvas have small eyes, elongated ears, and large topknots. They sit in full lotus position on lotus thrones, dressed in red monastic robes that cover their feet and hands. An inscription beside the Bodhisattva on the upper left reads Longevity Bodhisattva." Only one character |
