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THBHand Painted 19th C. Tibetan Yab-Yum Tantric Thangka
Lot 82f
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Central Asia, Tibet, ca. 19th century CE. Hand-painted on a fine canvas, this thangka portrays a male deity in tantric yab-yum with his female consort - possibly Chakrasamvara and Vajravarahi. Yab-yum literally means "man-woman" and this tantric sensual union represents peace-making between spiritual polarities. As Thangka expert Ben Meulenbeld explains, yab-yum is a "non-orgasmic action that is meant to express the elimination of duality" (Buddhist Symbolism in Tibetan Thangkas, p. 73). It represents the male (symbolizing compassion and skillful means) in sexual union with the female (symbolizing wisdom and insight). The pair are surrounded by various deities including Ganesha as well as a skeleton couple at the bottom center, perhaps representing the patrons or their ancestors. All is delineated in a brilliant color palette of saturated brick red, slate blue, peach, and deep burgundy. Size: 22.75" L x 17.75" W (57.8 cm x 45.1 cm)
This type of painting is also known as a Paubha, the Newari word for a religious painting on a canvas. Buddhist Newari have traditionally used paubhas to aid in meditation or display above a home altar; oftentimes their commission was viewed as a devout act that would influence their kharma.
Provenance: private Hawaii, USA collection
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#146128Tiny perforations to corners from previous mounting. Normal surface wear with crease marks, scuffs, and scratches commensurate with age. Still imagery is finely delineated and strong. Verso of canvas has darkened with age.Condition
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