Poised on delicate stems, lotus buds reach skyward as Buddha observes them with a tranquil smile. The lotus is a symbol of purity, and the preferred offering of the master; Buddha is often portrayed seated on a lotus blossom. Parinya Nanjai juxtaposes the vigorous color of the living plant with quiet earth tones. The exquisite work is a metaphor of his faith. Acrylic on handmade saa (mulberry bark) paper mounted on calico. It arrives in a bamboo frame.
Language: English
