In the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city, there is such a room. It is silent and solemn, and every inch of space is filled with the scent of history. As you can imagine, the moment you open the door, your eyes may be drawn to a quiet piece of art in the corner. It is an exquisitely carved rosewood carved gold auspicious Buddha, it is not just a decoration, the story behind it, involving countless beliefs and cultural entanglements. If you look closely at this work of art, you will be struck by the sense of history it carries.
How did this Buddha statue come to us across time and space, and what are the mysteries of its making? The answer to all these questions will be unfolded below. Let's go back to the Northern and Southern Dynasties, when Buddhist art began to be all the rage. In the Tang Dynasty, this craze reached its peak. The Sleeping Buddha, or Reclining Buddha, symbolizes the moment when Shakyamuni fulfilled his life's mission, with the last trace of tenderness and compassion for the world on his face.
The Buddha statue in front of you is made of Indian rosewood, an extremely precious wood. The delicate techniques of the craftsmen integrate the ultimate skills into every knife carving of the Buddha statue, making it vivid and solemn. When you stand in front of it, you will unconsciously be attracted by that solemn atmosphere. This Buddha statue, lying on its side, with a serene face and slightly closed eyes, seems to give a warm smile to all beings in a deep dream. On the body of the Buddha statue, the folds of the clothes are smooth and the carvings are delicate.
Its robe, each line seems to hang naturally, full of rhythm. And the long skirt under the Buddha statue, those subtle lines, seem to dance in the air. What's even more striking is the entwined lotus pattern on the base of the Buddha statue, each stroke is so delicately depicted, revealing a full decorative art charm. In particular, the pedestal of the Buddha statue is carved from a whole piece of rosewood hollow out, reflecting the exquisite craftsmanship of ancient China.
Chinese statue art pursues a kind of charm that transcends form, and this Buddha statue just presents this realm. Its eyes drooped slightly, and the corners of its mouth smiled, as if it was silently revealing infinite love and tolerance for all beings. This Buddha statue is more than just a simple home decoration. When night comes, it can bring peace to your soul in silence. Unlike the giant reclining Buddha located in the mountain caves, this small wood carving can also perfectly display the charm of the Buddha.
In my previous update, you may have seen a variety of cultural masterpieces: the scholar's storage on the desk, the domineering Hainan Huanghuali purple avocado Pixiu, and the red Taihu Lake stone ornaments on the literati's elegant room case, and the majestic rosewood carving Guan Gong. Each item has its own unique cultural connotation, which deserves to be savored. I hope you will continue to follow my channel and join me in exploring these elegant objects in the home.
Every day, we will uncover the stories behind each piece of art, so that you will not only be an appreciator, but also an heir to culture. Follow in my footsteps and let's step into the atmosphere of ancient and exquisite art, immersed in a journey of discovery from different cultural perspectives.