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Nepalese-Chinese-style bodhisattva (lacquer, cloth, traces of blue, gold
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Nepalese-Chinese-style bodhisattva (lacquer, cloth, traces of blue, gold
3533786 Nepalese-Chinese-style bodhisattva (lacquer, cloth, traces of blue, gold, and green paint & gold leaf) by Chinese School, Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368); 58.5x43.3x29.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: Made in China, the style of this bodhisattva (enlightened being) is Nepalese, while the lacquer technique is Chinese. In the thirteenth century, the Mongol ruler Khubilai Khan (1215-1294) invited eighty Nepalese artist-monks to China to construct and adorn a monastery. One of the artists, the renowned Aniko, remained in China and founded the workshop in which this bodhisattva was undoubtedly made. The lacquer technique used is the " dry lacquer" technique, in which several layers of lacquer-impregnated cloth are arranged over a rough clay core and the finishing details are modeled in a paste-like lacquer mixture. Thin iron rods help support fragile parts. When the lacquer dries, the clay core is removed, leaving an exceptionally light sculpture for its size. This image was once painted and gilded, but only traces remain.); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution; Purchase - Charles Lang Freer Endowment; Chinese, out of copyright
Media ID 23136604
© Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution Purchase - Charles Lang Freer Endowment / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a remarkable Nepalese-Chinese-style bodhisattva, created during the Yuan Dynasty (1279-1368). Measuring 58.5x43.3x29.5 cm, this exquisite piece can be found at the Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution in the USA. The fusion of Chinese and Nepalese influences is evident in this artwork. Crafted using the traditional Chinese lacquer technique known as "dry lacquer" layers of lacquer-impregnated cloth were meticulously arranged over a clay core to create intricate details. The finishing touches were modeled using a paste-like mixture of lacquer. Interestingly, this bodhisattva's creation can be traced back to an invitation from Mongol ruler Khubilai Khan to eighty talented artist-monks from Nepal to construct and embellish a monastery in China during the thirteenth century. One such artist was Aniko, who remained in China and founded the workshop where this particular sculpture was undoubtedly made. Although time has faded its once vibrant colors, traces of blue, gold, and green paint along with delicate remnants of gold leaf can still be observed on this stunning masterpiece. Notably lightweight for its size due to the removal of its clay core after drying, this bodhisattva emanates grace and serenity through its elegant pose and serene expression. Through capturing both cultural exchange between two nations and exceptional craftsmanship techniques employed centuries ago, this photograph immortalizes an extraordinary work that continues to inspire awe today.
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