Buddha Amoghasiddhi Analysis

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This piece of artwork is known as Buddha Amoghasiddhi with Eight Bodhisattvas, it was created by an unknown artist in the Medieval Period, around 1200-1250. This painting is 27 1/8 x 21 1/4 in. and made with distemper on cloth. Looking at this image, the first thing you notice is Amoghasiddhi. He is the focal point, which is depicted by the size of the figure in comparison to the other figures surrounding him. On each side of the Buddha we see the same amount of figures, this gives off a sense of balance with the exception of the bottom row of figures. The colors used are mild shades, consisting of mostly reds, yellows, and oranges, which makes you feel as though you are looking at a sunset or sunrise. With all of the figures within the painting,

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