Awesome abstract tantric art
A new book called Tantra Song brings to light an extraordinary series of abstract paintings, foreshadowing European abstraction by centuries. Unlike the later European movement, however, these do not come from a dissolution of value, but from capturing the essence of ancient wisdom. Each retains the symbolism of its Indian heritage, but is expressed in a strikingly free form, one which dispenses with all conventions of iconography to reimagine its vision of the subject. A New York Times article gives some idea of the symbolism involved.
17th century tantric image from Rajasthan
17th century tantric image from Rajasthan
This image represents purified consciousness
This is fascinating. Love this post and thanks for the link to the article. Wonderful images.
Loved it. Ended up buying the book!
Well then when it arrives, let us know how it is.