FOUR-ARMED STANDING VISHNU
11TH CENTURY
BAPHUON STYLE
Vishnu is the Protector. He was alone in the beginning. From his navel grew a lotus, which brought forth Brahma, the Creator. Vishnu is part of the Trimurti, the Divine Trinity. Maintaining the cosmic order of the universe, (or dharma), Vishnu is characteristically portrayed standing upright and balanced.
Vishnu is the preserver of the universe. Multiple limbs or heads represent the supernatural powers of a deity; in this sandstone statue, Vishnu is depicted with four arms. In his upper left and right hands he holds attributes associated with his battle against evil: a conch shell (upper left), used as a war horn to signal troops, and a razor-edged disc (chakra) . . . quite the weapon to symbolizes dharma. Its circular shape suggests that the circles of existence are assured by proper behavior. Vishnu’s two lower hands form mudras: The lower right makes the gesture of granting protection and reassurance. (The lower left once held an object, perhaps a lotus flower, a symbol of spiritual enlightenment). Vishnu is represented in the garb of a king, draped with jewelry and an elaborate crown, all components in representing his status as supreme lord of the cosmos.
Vishnu is believed to live in his sculptural image; demonstrating his wisdom with an unwavering intention. Originally, a standing Vishnu state such as this rarity would have been lavished with garlands and carried in religious processions or displayed in dedicated sacred ritual spaces dedicated. This piece preserves the flavor of Khmer culture beautifully! A calm and reverent appearance. Allow it to bring a sense of peace.
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Perpetuating stillness within the chaos, Buddha sanctifies the true essence of meditation. At the very root of humanity’s evolving existence
Ganesh (also spelled Ganesa or Ganesha) is the Lord of Good Fortune who provides prosperity, fortune and success. He is the Lord of Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles
First, notice the center, that very middle point. Observe Brahma’s grace in demanding direct attention to his hands, despite the distraction of other two heads.
Known for their richness, this Khmer sculpture effortlessly portrays Vishnu with ease and contentment.
THE TRiMURTi
First, notice the center, that very middle point. Observe Brahma’s grace in demanding direct attention to his hands, despite the distraction of other two heads. In absolute stillness, he holds the Anjali mudra. This common hand gesture held in the attitude of prayer promotes respect for oneself and others.
FOUR-ARMED MEDiTATiNG ViSHNU.
Known for their richness, this Khmer sculpture effortlessly portrays Vishnu with ease and contentment. His energy is held with confidence inside this abundantly porous sandstone. There is a beautiful array of symbolism here, all delicately placed.
FOUR-ARMED STANDING VISHNU
Vishnu is the Protector. He was alone in the beginning. From his navel grew a lotus, which brought forth Brahma, the Creator. Vishnu is part of the Trimurti, the Divine Trinity. Maintaining the cosmic order of the universe, (or dharma), Vishnu is characteristically portrayed standing upright and balanced.
MEDiTATiNG NAGA BUDDHA.
Perpetuating stillness within the chaos, Buddha sanctifies the true essence of meditation. At the very root of humanity’s evolving existence there’s been a solid addictive quality wired within each of us, the addiction to distraction. Deeper still, this dominating distraction is a self-sabotaging depletion.
MEDiTATiNG ViSHNU
Previously mentioned, Vishnu is part of the Trimurti, the Divine Trinity. Vishnu’s posture offers a pristine adeptness, this art piece provides us with an opportunity to trust and discover TRUTH. Here the Khmer artist demonstrates the Bhumisparsha mudra with focused attention on Vishnu's intention to attain enlightenment.
GANESHA
Ganesh (also spelled Ganesa or Ganesha) is the Lord of Good Fortune who provides prosperity, fortune and success. He is the Lord of Beginnings and the Remover of Obstacles, both physically and spiritually. Ganesha embodies spiritual symbolism with such gorgeous intricacy.
4-HEADED STANDiNG BRAHMA
God of Creation, four-headed Brahma stands resolute and firm. His four heads represent the four Vedas, the most ancient religious text carried in the Khmer culture. His multiple faces point in four directions: North, South, East and West. He also has four hands which symbolize human nature/personality: mind(back right), intellect (back left), ego (front right), and self-confidence (front left).
APSARA BAS-RELiEF
Apsaras are beautiful, supernatural female beings. They are youthful and elegant, and superb in the art of dancing. These ethereal beings have been immortalized in stone, breathing life force through India and throughout areas of South and Southeast Asia.
