Rubin Museum's Mindfulness Meditation with Kimberly Brown Features 12th-Century Tibetan Bodhisattva
The Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art is hosting a mindfulness meditation session called 'Lasting Happiness,' led by Kimberly Brown, starting at 9:14 AM. The session will highlight a 12th-century Tibetan bodhisattva sculpture, which suffered damage during China’s Cultural Revolution from 1966 to 1976, including bullet holes. Made from gilt copper alloy, it's thought to be created by Newar artisans for a monastery in central Tibet, akin to those in Shalu and Sera Monasteries. This bodhisattva represents resilience and the commitment to help all beings achieve liberation. Brown, an author and meditation instructor, emphasizes compassion in her work. The museum, with nearly 4,000 Himalayan artworks spanning 1,500 years, aims to enhance appreciation for Himalayan art and cultures through this meditation.
Key facts
- The meditation session is led by Kimberly Brown and themed 'Lasting Happiness'.
- The guided meditation begins at 9:14.
- The featured artwork is a 12th-century Tibetan sculpture of a bodhisattva made of gilt copper alloy.
- The sculpture survived China's Cultural Revolution (1966–1976), sustaining bullet holes.
- The sculpture was likely created by Newar craftsmen from the Kathmandu Valley.
- It is comparable to works in Shalu and Sera Monasteries.
- Kimberly Brown is the author of 'Happy Relationships: 25 Buddhist Practices to Transform Your Connection with Your Partner, Family, and Friends.'
- The Rubin Museum's collection includes nearly 4,000 objects spanning more than 1,500 years.
Entities
Artists
- Kimberly Brown
Institutions
- Rubin Museum of Himalayan Art
- Shalu Monastery
- Sera Monastery
Locations
- Tibet
- Kathmandu Valley
- Nepal
- China