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This colorful terracotta image of Shiva and Parvati is aniconic (symbolic) and figurative. Shiva’s is a symbolic lingham (phallus) and Parvati a deity. Together they represent the union of masculine and feminine, thus all existence
This outstanding delicately antique carving is Nanhai Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, seated on a rocky outcrop covered with a cloth, a reference to her home in a cave on the island of Putuo in the South China Sea. Other than the Buddha, she is the most revered deity in Mahayana Buddhism and one of…
Chinese Republic ceramic parrots are commonly depiction as this one perched on an open rocky base. Porcelain parrots were produced for the domestic and export markets and sometimes sold in pairs leading some to believe they, like pairs of fish, symbolized the love and fidelity of married couples. This one has vivid polychrome colors, large eyes and stylized wings. This piece is in excellent condition.
Framed Acrylic on Archival Board
This radiant painting displays Lark Pilinsky’s fascination with spring, the season of rebirth and regeneration made by applying paint from the tube and scratching it across the canvas.
Small Framed Acrylic Painting on Wood Panel
This small spirited painting is from Lark Pilinsky’s California Shores series which celebrates the power and energy of nature in the convergence of sky, ocean, land and sun.
Collage of Acrylic with Mixed Media of Found ObjectsÂ
This vibrant collage was inspired by a European concert Lark Pilinsky attended with her husband, where the violin player smashed his instrument on the stage, possibly imitating Pete Townsend, lead Guitarist for The Who. This work draws directly from her love of these elevated musical experiences.
This work conveys a dramatic sense of motion, using a Chinese brush and whirls of mineral paint to show the inner turbulence and unrest of both the universe and mankind.
Acrylic and Oil On Canvas
This dynamic painting is part of Lark Pilinsky’s Portal Series in which a portal represents an escape from the often grueling routine and challenges of everyday life into an uplifting spiritual realm. The passage is a solitary unexpected experience that “interrupts the rules of everyday life and keeps us guessing at what exciting event will be next.”
This striking painting is an homage to Soviet Armenian film director Sergei Parajanov, one of the great filmmakers of the 20th century. Here Anush’s spiritualized representation depicts his virtuous life, with angel wings ascending to the heavens in an aura bathed in glowing light.
Rare Timor ancestor mask for ritual offerings to honor the departed and provide space during village visits, repel evil spirits. Featured in 2002 Spiderman movie in collection of the Green Goblin.
Colorful bearded official/entertainer doll with traditional hat, dark blue and gold robe holding paper clappers castanets. Mounted on lucite.
Artfully shaped lacquered Hsun Ok for offerings to monks lid with a finial symbolizing a Buddhist stupa and applied mythical animals and floral decorations. Early 20th century pieces with these special details are harder to find and copies abound.
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