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Canvas Print : Komuso Buddhist monks, Japan
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Komuso Buddhist monks, Japan
Komuso Buddhist monks, Japan. They wear a straw basket (tengai) over their head and play a bamboo flute (shakuhachi). Date: circa 1890s
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Media ID 14130356
© Mary Evans Picture Library/Pump Park Photography
Bamboo Begging Beliefs Buddhism Buddhist Flute Instrument Meditation Mendicant Monk Monks Straw Komuso Musical Shakuhachi Tengai
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the rich cultural heritage of Japan with our stunning Komuso Buddhist Monks Canvas Print from Media Storehouse. This exquisite artwork, sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, captures the essence of the 1890s with an image of Komuso monks, their distinctive straw baskets (tengai) and bamboo flutes (shakuhachi) creating a serene and contemplative scene. Bring this beautiful piece into your home or office to add a touch of Eastern tranquility and inspire reflection. Our premium canvas prints are made to order, using high-quality materials and printing techniques to ensure a vibrant, long-lasting display. Order yours today and transport yourself to the heart of Japanese history.
Delivered stretched and ready to hang our premium quality canvas prints are made from a polyester/cotton blend canvas and stretched over a 1.25" (32mm) kiln dried knot free wood stretcher bar. Packaged in a plastic bag and secured to a cardboard insert for safe transit.
Canvas Prints add colour, depth and texture to any space. Professionally Stretched Canvas over a hidden Wooden Box Frame and Ready to Hang
Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph captures a group of Komuso Buddhist monks from Japan in the late 19th century. The monks, dressed in traditional robes and wearing a distinctive straw basket (tengai) over their heads, are deeply engrossed in their spiritual practices. One monk plays the haunting melody of a bamboo flute (shakuhachi), adding to the serene atmosphere. Komuso monks were a unique sect of Buddhism in Japan, known for their mendicant lifestyle. They relied on begging for their livelihood and were renowned for their meditation practices, often performing them in public to demonstrate their spiritual attainment. The straw basket served as both a protective covering for their shaved heads and a symbol of their humility and simplicity. The photograph, taken in the 1890s, offers a glimpse into the past, providing a window into the beliefs and practices of this intriguing religious order. The monks' focused expressions and the peaceful street scene behind them create a striking contrast between the tranquility of their spiritual world and the bustling activity of urban Japan during this period. This vintage photograph, with its rich history and cultural significance, is an essential addition to any collection of Asian art, history, or religious studies. The Komuso monks' enduring legacy continues to inspire and captivate us, reminding us of the power of spiritual devotion and the importance of living a simple, mindful life.
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