Tibetan Butter Sculptures at Taiyuan Festival

Golden light falls through green leaves, dappling the intricate butter sculptures arranged for a Losar festival procession. The pale, creamy figures stand on a stone platform, their delicate features catching the flat noon glare. Low-hanging clouds diffuse the sky, casting a soft, even tone over the gathering. A wooden lattice arch frames the view, creating a window within the frame that isolates the ceremonial display. Vibrant red and yellow fabrics drape nearby, against the cool stone. The butter glazes slightly under the sun, revealing the texture of the melted surface. One shadow stretches across the base of the sculpture, marking the angle of the overhead light.