Artwork

Milarepa (1040-1123)

Milarepa (1040-1123), by Unknown, unspecified, 1850
Milarepa (1040-1123), by Unknown, unspecified, 1850

Milarepa (1040-1123) is an unspecified painting by Unknown. It dates from 1850 and is held in the collection of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. A painting depicting a central figure in a yoga pose, surrounded by other figures, is held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

A painting depicting a central figure in a yoga pose, surrounded by other figures, is held at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art.

Subject & Meaning

The central figure, colored green, is likely Milarepa, a Tibetan Buddhist yogi and poet. He is shown with long hair and a white robe, surrounded by other robed figures with halos, suggesting a spiritual or devotional context.

Technique & Style

The painting is characterized by intricate designs and patterns, with a detailed rendering of the figures and a multicolored background featuring shades of blue, green, and yellow.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known