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Green Tara, c. 1260s. Creator: Unknown
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Green Tara, c. 1260s. Creator: Unknown
Green Tara, c. 1260s. This work of stunning refinement is in the Nepalese style of the early central Tibetan painting tradition. It is distinguished by its jewel-like use of colour, delicate shading, exquisite detailing, and most of all a lilting, confident quality of the line drawing that imparts an unparalleled elegance and clarity to the overall composition. Some scholars attribute this painting to Aniko, a celebrated Newari artist who traveled from Nepal to Tibet during the 13th century. The central figure is a popular female emanation from the Buddha Amoghasiddhi who presides over the south and is green in colour as well. Her left hand is held up in the gesture indicating that she is a source for transmitting Buddhist teachings, and the stem of a blue lotus winds gracefully through her fingers. Her hair is arranged asymmetrically with a big bun over her left shoulder and long loose curls falling behind her right. Delicate curls of hair are arranged symmetrically over her forehead
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork of "Green Tara, c. 1260s". Created by an unknown artist in the Nepalese style of early central Tibetan painting tradition, this masterpiece is a testament to stunning refinement. The painting's remarkable beauty lies in its jewel-like use of color, delicate shading, and meticulous detailing. However, what truly sets it apart is the graceful and confident quality of the line drawing that imparts unparalleled elegance and clarity to the overall composition. While some scholars attribute this work to Aniko, a celebrated Newari artist who journeyed from Nepal to Tibet during the 13th century, its true origins remain shrouded in mystery. At the heart of this enchanting piece stands Green Tara herself – a popular female emanation from Buddha Amoghasiddhi. Adorned in vibrant green hues symbolizing her divine nature, she holds her left hand up in a gesture denoting her role as a transmitter of Buddhist teachings. Through her fingers winds a stem of blue lotus with utmost grace. Her hair arrangement adds further allure; asymmetrically styled with a large bun over her left shoulder while long loose curls cascade behind her right side. Delicate symmetrical curls frame her forehead delicately. Preserved through time and now immortalized in this print by Heritage Art/Heritage Images (not for commercial use), "Green Tara" continues to captivate viewers with its timeless elegance and spiritual significance.
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