Choying Dorje (attributed), Green Tara, 17th century, brass with pigments, 7-7/8 x 3-5/8 x 3-5/8 inches; Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art; C2005.16.3a-b (HAR 65425)
A conversation with Dr. Karl Debreczeny, Senior Curator, Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art, and Dr. Beth Harris
Tara is one of the most popular deities in Tibetan Buddhism and across the Himalayas. Known as a goddess of compassion and a savioress, Tara rescues those in peril. The Rubin’s Senior Curator Dr. Karl Debreczeny and Smarthistory’s Dr. Beth Harris examine an exquisite sculpture of one of the many emanations of this revered goddess, Green Tara.
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art has teamed up with Smarthistory to bring you an ‘up-close’ look at select objects from the Rubin’s preeminent collection of Himalayan art. Featuring conversations with senior curators and close-looking at art, this video series is an accessible introduction to the art and material culture of the Tibetan, Himalayan, and Inner Asian regions. Learn about the living traditions and art-making practices of the Himalayas from the past to today.
Learn more about Green Tara on Project Himalayan Art, a resource from the Rubin for learning about Himalayan, Tibetan, and Inner Asian art and cultures:
● Learn more about this artist and his interest in ancient Chinese and Kashmiri models: https://projecthimalayanart.rubinmuseum.org/essays/arhats-viewing-a-painting-of-birds-by-the-tenth-karmapa/
● See a later painting which seems to depict a similar sculpture of Tara by this artist: https://rubinmuseum.org/collection/c2006-66-24/
● View a painting of the goddess Tara protecting from the Eight Fears:
https://rubinmuseum.org/collection/f1997-15-1/
About the Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art
The Rubin is a global museum dedicated to presenting Himalayan art and its insights through exhibitions, participatory experiences, a dynamic digital platform, and partnerships. Inspired and informed by Himalayan art, the Rubin invites people to contemplate the human experience and deepen connections with the world around them in order to expand awareness, enhance well-being, and cultivate compassion.
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