14th century tapestry-woven, Chinese cosmological mandala (circular image) showing the mythological Mount Neru at the centre. The mountain is depicted as an inverted pyramid with a lotus. A rabbit, representing the moon, and a three legged bird, representing the sun, are placed on either side of Mount Neru. Around the mountain, there are small landscapes showing the four continents of Indian mythology. The outside floral border is similar to those of central Tibetan monasteries linked to the Yuan court. | |
Lizenzart: | Lizenzpflichtig |
Credit: | Science Photo Library / The Met |
Bildgröße: | 4220 px × 4140 px |
Modell-Rechte: | nicht erforderlich |
Restrictions: | - |