Humans

Legendary and historical humans, including teachers and accomplished masters, are a popular subject of Himalayan art.

Arhats

Arhats are said to be the historical Buddha’s original disciples. Traditionally portrayed as a group of sixteen Buddhist monks, they became exemplars of monastic life and upholders of the Buddha’s teaching (dharma).

Objects in the Exhibition

Teachers
Portraits of great historical religious teachers (lamas) often present the distinctive features of their subjects to convey something of the character of the individual portrayed.
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