It shows the cultural exchanges and influences from Grecian to Central Asian and the blending of various religious thoughts
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Patricia Madson – The Buddhist deity Green Tara
The goddess Tara symbolizes compassion in action.
Pragna Mehta – Sunrise on New Year’s morning
I am fascinated by woodblock prints, and the colors on this print are beautiful.
Kathy Henschel – Covered ritual wine vessel (gong)
The joy and creativity in this piece really speaks to me about the wonderful humor of its creator.
Lydia Tanji – Samurai Campaign vest
The painting is simply exquisite.
Sherman Lew – Ritual vessel in the shape of a rhinoceros
…of its humor, execution, provenance as a prized part of an iconic collection now subsumed within the Asian museum.
Austin Hilla – The Hindu deities Shiva and Parvati combined as Ardhanarishvara
It reminds me of one in my little collection.
Janet Dobrovolny – The bull Nandi
This bull represents the guardian of the primordial grace bestowing power of the divine. Its placement at the entrance of a temple points us to remember the power of our intention at the outset. He is the one piece that I simply cannot keep from touching! Sorry!
Carolyn Fitz – Pine in snow with bird
I absolutely love all of the Lingnan style paintings, especially those painted by Chao Shao An. Love the strong, bold, loose and confident strokes…and the color too. I spent much time (studying) in the alcove of his paintings when I visit your museum.
lex van Zyl – Seated Ganesha
When I was in India my host was a devotee of Ganesh. As a parting gift I gave her a small Ganesh and this established a bond between me and the family.