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Bathing of the Buddha Festival, Qing dynasty, 1833. Creator: Hua Ziyou
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Bathing of the Buddha Festival, Qing dynasty, 1833. Creator: Hua Ziyou
Bathing of the Buddha Festival, Qing dynasty, 1833. Annual celebration held to commemorate the birth of the historical Buddha. One disciple opens his stomach to reveal the Buddha nature within, another magically creates a temple in mid-air. Some merely mend clothes or read sutras. Auspicious animals include a lion, elephant, tiger, dragon, and phoenix
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This print captures the essence of the Bathing of the Buddha Festival, a revered annual celebration held in Qing dynasty China in 1833. Created by Hua Ziyou, this artwork beautifully commemorates the birth of the historical Buddha. Intricately detailed, the image showcases various disciples engaged in different acts of devotion and reverence. One disciple astonishes onlookers as he opens his stomach to reveal the hidden Buddha nature within him, symbolizing enlightenment and inner transformation. Another disciple displays extraordinary powers by magically conjuring a temple in mid-air, showcasing divine intervention. Amidst these awe-inspiring scenes, some disciples are seen mending clothes or engrossed in reading sutras, emphasizing both practicality and spiritual dedication. The presence of auspicious animals like lions, elephants, tigers, dragons, and phoenixes further adds to the mystical ambiance surrounding this festival. Hua Ziyou's artistic mastery is evident through his skillful use of color and ink on paper for this hanging scroll piece. The delicate brushwork brings life to each character while capturing their gestures with precision. Displayed at an art gallery such as Art Institute Chicago's Arts of Asia collection or any reputable art center worldwide would allow viewers to appreciate not only Hua Ziyou's talent but also gain insight into Chinese culture and Buddhist traditions that have endured for centuries. This Heritage Art print serves as a visual testament to both historical significance and artistic brilliance while offering a glimpse into a vibrant moment from China's rich heritage.
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