The Heart Sutra – The Combination of Buddhism and Art
Calligraphy
Size 63×63 cm
NTD 39,900 (After Tax)
Certificate
M2025CGY000005PA
Artist
Tsangsar Kunga Rinpoche
Creation Year
2017
Intro
"The Heart Sutra" interprets the Buddhist philosophy of "form is emptiness" through visual art. The entire work is composed of the Tibetan letter "ཨ" (A), forming the image of the Buddha, showcasing the unity of text and form, emptiness and existence.
Artistic Features
Form and Emptiness are One: The Buddha's image is entirely constructed from the letter "A," symbolizing the unity of all phenomena.
Blue and Gold Contrast: Blue represents the void and the nature of Dharma, while gold symbolizes the wisdom and radiance of the Buddha.
Essence Condensed: Although the "Heart Sutra" contains hundreds of thousands of verses, its core can be distilled to the letter "A," emphasizing the ultimate simplicity of Buddhist teachings.
Meaning of the Work
This piece transforms profound Buddhist concepts into an intuitive visual experience, allowing viewers to feel the wisdom of "form is emptiness" through contemplation. It serves as an excellent example of the fusion of Buddhist thought and contemporary art.
Artistic Features
Form and Emptiness are One: The Buddha's image is entirely constructed from the letter "A," symbolizing the unity of all phenomena.
Blue and Gold Contrast: Blue represents the void and the nature of Dharma, while gold symbolizes the wisdom and radiance of the Buddha.
Essence Condensed: Although the "Heart Sutra" contains hundreds of thousands of verses, its core can be distilled to the letter "A," emphasizing the ultimate simplicity of Buddhist teachings.
Meaning of the Work
This piece transforms profound Buddhist concepts into an intuitive visual experience, allowing viewers to feel the wisdom of "form is emptiness" through contemplation. It serves as an excellent example of the fusion of Buddhist thought and contemporary art.
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