A oil on canvas painting depicting a Buddist ritual dated Circa 1900. Unmounted and no margins. This tanka from Tibet is a scroll painting of a religious subject on fabric. It is put on the altar during religious ceremonies. For Tibetans, art can exercise its liberating function through any medium. Life is the highest medium. Reincarnation of enlightened beings on earth may be considered the most important artistic act. It is believed that art transmits a living presence and living incarnation far superior to any artistic representation. Literature, music, architecture, painting, and,sculpture can convey enlightenment. Art must be anonymous because the artist has to be selfless and open to enlightenment. Good condition. Measurements: About 14" by 8" in size. |