WASHINGTON, DC, États-Unis — exposition Tibetan Shrine Room au National Museum of Asian Art, qui fait partie de la Smithsonian institution. L'espace sacré méticuleusement recréé présente l'art traditionnel bouddhiste tibétain, des objets religieux et des éléments architecturaux, offrant aux visiteurs une expérience immersive de la culture spirituelle tibétaine.
6000 x 4000 px | 50,8 x 33,9 cm | 20 x 13,3 inches | 300dpi
Date de la prise de vue:
16 mai 2018
Lieu:
National Mall, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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Photograph by David Coleman. The Tibetan Shrine Room at the National Museum of Asian Art, part of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC, offers visitors a unique and immersive experience into the heart of Tibetan Buddhist spiritual practice. This meticulously crafted installation recreates a traditional Tibetan Buddhist shrine, providing a tangible connection to the rich cultural and religious heritage of the Himalayan region. The exhibit is designed to replicate the atmosphere and arrangement of a typical shrine room found in a Tibetan monastery or affluent household. Every element within the space has been carefully selected and positioned to create an authentic representation of Tibetan Buddhist devotional environments. The room serves not only as a display of exquisite art and craftsmanship but also as an educational tool, offering insights into Tibetan Buddhist beliefs, practices, and aesthetics. Central to the shrine is a large altar, adorned with an array of Buddhist sculptures, typically depicting various deities and bodhisattvas. These sculptures, often made of gilt bronze or painted wood, showcase the intricate detailing and symbolism characteristic of Tibetan religious art. Surrounding the main altar are numerous smaller sculptural works, each with its own significance in the Buddhist pantheon. The walls of the shrine room are adorned with colorful thangka paintings - elaborate depictions of Buddhist deities, mandalas, and sacred landscapes painted on silk or cotton. These vivid artworks serve both decorative and instructional purposes in Tibetan Buddhism, often used as aids for meditation and teaching. Ritual objects play a crucial role in the authenticity of the shrine room. Prayer wheels, believed to spread spiritual blessings when spun, are prominently featured. Butter lamps, traditionally fueled by yak butter but represented here by electric versions, symbolize the illumination of wisdom. Offering bowls, typically filled with water, rice, or
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