The Nepalese Legacy in Tibetan Painting

September 3, 2010 - May 23, 2011. Rubin Museum of Art, New York.

"For centuries Tibetan artists looked to India for artistic direction. But with the destruction of India's key monasteries in 1203, many artists turned to Nepal's Kathmandu Valley, home to the skilled Newar artists. The Newars' painting style, known as the Beri, was quickly adopted in Tibet, becoming one of the country's most influential artistic styles for four centuries. This exhibition traces the style's development, patronage, and distinctive features." (RMA Website. Read a longer description).

Teacher (Lama)
Teacher

Teacher (Lama)
Tsongkapa

Mahakala (Buddhist Protector)
Panjarnata (Lord of the Pavilion)

Teacher (Lama)
Sangye Sengge

Teacher (Lama)
Ngorchen Kunga Zangpo

Teacher (Lama)
Ngorchen Kunga Zangpo

Manjushri (Bodhisattva & Buddhist Deity)

Shakyamuni Buddha

Teacher (Lama)
Buddhashri

Teacher (Lama)
(unidentified, male, monastic)

Teacher (Lama)
Sangye Sengge

Teacher (Lama)
Dragpa Gyaltsen (Jetsun)