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Hastakara Yantra: the Hand
20th CenturyRajput School (1500-1899)
9 3/4 x 6 3/8 in. (24.8 x 16.2 cm)
Indian artist
India
Object Type:
Painting
Medium and Support:
Opaque watercolor and ink on thin bluish laid paper, pasted down to cream paper
Credit Line:
Gift of Helen H. Reiff in memory of Robert F. Reiff
Accession Number:
1983.38
Location: Not currently on view
A yantra is a ritual, mystical diagram rooted in the beliefs and concepts contained in a number of the Hindu Tantras, or collections of esoteric texts that emphasize the science of the knowledge of interplanetary rhythms and their integral relations with the human organism. Tantric thought is based in the belief that creative energy flow is achieved through the resolution of polar opposites.
The Hastakara Yantra illustrates these concepts through various symbols and signs on the palm of a hand. In this yantra, the dominant symbols are animals, elements of script and swords, which represent prosperity, power and fortune.
The Hastakara Yantra illustrates these concepts through various symbols and signs on the palm of a hand. In this yantra, the dominant symbols are animals, elements of script and swords, which represent prosperity, power and fortune.
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Exhibition List
This object was included in the following exhibitions:
- Indian Miniature Rotation 2006 - 2007 Memorial Art Gallery 5/1/2006 - 5/1/2007
Bibliography
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- Memorial Art Gallery. Gallery Notes. Rochester, New York: Memorial Art Gallery, 1935-1995.
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