Medium: Gold and Pencil on Cotton Canvas
Dimensions: 50 x 70 cm
Year: 2023
According to Buddhist legends, from the root of the lotus seed thrown by Vipasvi Buddha in the lake that was Kathmandu Valley, emerged Guhesvari. The Hindus believe that Guheshvari refers to the genitals of of Satidevi, wife of Lord Shiva, smbolizing fertility. Thus, both religions give her the symbol of procreation.
Manjushri, founder of Kathmandu Valley visualized this goddess while carrying out rituals to drain the water out of the Valley. She is also called “Nairatma Devi”, the one who is blue, and signifies the wisdom of emptiness. She is the emanation of Akshobhya Buddha and is the consort of Hevajra.
