Buddhist Monks

Phra Malai Visiting Hell, Bronze, Thailand Phra Malai is a revered Buddhist monk in Thai tradition who acquired supernatural powers through immense merit.

The upper part of the engraving is labeled "COUVENT de Talapoins," which refers to a monastery of Buddhist monks (Talapoin is an older European term for a monk in Southeast Asia, par...

This work features the Buddhist monk Saigyo under a radiant blue willow tree on a river bank showing a group of curious children a golden cat.

Exquisitely hand-painted, it features a gathering of Buddhist monks adorned with gilded halos, which in Buddhist iconography signify enlightenment, divinity and spiritual importance.

A beautiful solid camphor wood statue of the legendary Buddhist monk Bodhidharma (Damo), who is believed to be the saint who introduced Buddhism to China, Damo represents "dharma of ...

The decoration, a Chinese ideogram that means "Flying", was specially designed in italics "crazy" by the teacher Paola Billi of the FeiMo Contemporary Calligraphy school in Florence ...

The flat band around the neck is covered in Buddhist monks, the handles are dragons and the feet issue from beasts' mouths while the swelled body contains other Buddhist emblems.

The cylindrical body is densely painted with immortals and Buddhist monks surrounded by intricate brocade-style patterning.

Dimensons of sculpture on base: W 43 x D 12 x H 18cm The Mandalay-style Buddhist monk statue is a profound expression of Buddhist art and spirituality.

The uchiwa fan subsequently spread to other parts of Asia, including Burma, Thailand, Cambodia and Sri Lanka, and such fans are still used by Buddhist monks as "ceremonial fans". (Wi...

The uchiwa fan subsequently spread to other parts of Asia, including Burma, Thailand, Cambodia and Sri Lanka, and such fans are still used by Buddhist monks as "ceremonial fans". (Wi...

Exposed to the paintings of Buddhist monks as a child, Max continued to exhibit a strong fascination with Eastern mysticism throughout his career.

In 1993, he discovered Chinese calligraphy through the works of Buddhist monks. This discovery marked the beginning of his activity as a painter.

In 1993, he discovered Chinese calligraphy through the works of Buddhist monks. This discovery marked the beginning of his activity as a painter.

Exposed to the paintings of Buddhist monks as a child, Max continued to exhibit a strong fascination with Eastern mysticism throughout his career.

Young Buddhist monks awaiting lessons. Rachael’s free, expressive use of paint give energy and life to her work.

A wonderful, brightly colored, large exhibition lithograph print by famed Japanese American artist Masami Teraoka titled "Thanatopsis/Contemplations On Death. (Zen Monk and Ascending...

Kesa is derived from the Sanskrit word kasaya, meaning “dark colored,” a reference to the saffron colored robes worn by early Indian Buddhist monks. It is essentially a rectangular c...

Exposed to the paintings of Buddhist monks as a child, Max continued to exhibit a strong fascination with Eastern mysticism throughout his career.

Kesa, known as "Jiasha" in Chinese and "Kasaya" in Sanskrit, is an out-layer garment worn by the ordained Buddhist monks. Bearing a basic rectangular form, it developed originally in...

"master of the law", is the title given to religious men who have completed their formation. The term Buddhist monk appears for the first time in the West, in a letter written by St.

Exposed to the paintings of Buddhist monks as a child, Max continued to exhibit a strong fascination with Eastern mysticism throughout his career.

Burmese Monk in His Religious Robe – Antique Costume Print, circa 1800 This finely executed Dutch engraving, titled “Een Birmansch Priester in Zijn Orde-Gewaad” (“A Burmese Priest i...

Named after the traditional hat worn by Zen Buddhist monks during pilgrimage, this piece blends spiritual symbolism with surreal digital layering.

As it grows on dead wood, some claim it retains the memory of trees. Buddhist monks consume it to clear the mind, while in traditional Chinese medicine it is classified among the “Qi...

The uchiwa fan subsequently spread to other parts of Asia, including Burma, Thailand, Cambodia and Sri Lanka, and such fans are still used by Buddhist monks as "ceremonial fans". (Wi...

The bowl form is supported by three separately cast curving legs attached by three boss rivets each. Buddhist monks used this type of vessel during a monthly service of atonement and...

Antique Tibetan Khaden Monastic Wool Carpet, Early 20th Century, 3'1" x 5'11", Saffron Orange Wool, Melange, Dense Pile, Sleeping Rug Origin: Tibet, Himalayan plateau Circa: Early 2...

In the "Sacred Garment" (Kashaya) tradition, Buddhist monks wear patched robes (kashaya), which historically represented humility.

In the "Sacred Garment" (Kashaya) tradition, Buddhist monks wear patched robes (kashaya), which historically represented humility.

But there is no need to feel sorry for them: little Buddhist monks look happier than many of their peers.

This highly detailed Satsuma bowl is adorned with Buddhist monks and signed “Hododa” on the underside.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.

The photographer, a young Buddhist monk named Syoin Kajii, watches the water patiently, waiting for a moment of surprise.