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Shipped unframed, in a protective packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel free to contact me for commissions or with any questions, I'd love to hear from you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52358384484693,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2896\/0341\/files\/tea-teapot-3-01.jpg?v=1781446570"},{"product_id":"tibetan-om-calligraphy-art-vermilion-ink-feng-shui-painting","title":"Tibetan Om Calligraphy Art: Vermilion Ink Feng Shui Painting","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 12×12 inches (ca. 31×31 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tibetan Buddhism, Om is often placed at the beginning of mantras and dharanis. Probably the most well known mantra is \"Om mani padme hum\", the six syllable mantra of the Bodhisattva of compassion, Avalokiteśvara. This mantra is particularly associated with the four-armed Ṣaḍākṣarī form of Avalokiteśvara. Om is considered sacred and holy in Esoteric Buddhism. Oṃ has been described by the 14th Dalai Lama as \"composed of three pure letters, A, U, and M. These symbolize the impure body, speech, and mind of everyday unenlightened life of a practitioner; they also symbolize the body, speech and mind of an enlightened Buddha\". Om is a part of many mantras in Tibetan Buddhism and is a symbolism for wholeness, perfection, and the infinite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished signed work has an imprint of \"Zen\" stone seal carved by myself. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work will be sent in a protective tube, unframed. 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Signed Certificate of Authenticity is included. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52358385140053,"sku":null,"price":67.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2896\/0341\/files\/om-tib-gold-4-01.jpg?v=1781446905"},{"product_id":"tibetan-calligraphy-art-om-mani-padme-hum-mantra-gold-ink","title":"Tibetan Calligraphy Art: Om Mani Padme Hum Mantra","description":"\u003cp\u003eOm Mani Padme Hum — large original brush calligraphy of the Mantra in Tibetan script.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGolden ink on black rice paper \u003cbr\u003eSize: 27 × 18 inches = 69 × 46 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artwork carries three seal stamp imprints: Buddha On The Lotus Throne, The Endless Knot and my personal seal. All the seals were hand-carved by myself. The finished artwork is stretched over the second layer of rice paper for durability and smoother appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorldwide delivery in a protective packaging with a tracking number. NOT framed. Includes a signed certificate of authenticity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel free to contact me with any questions and suggestions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52358385205589,"sku":null,"price":290.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2896\/0341\/files\/ommani-gold-3-01.jpg?v=1781445632"},{"product_id":"tao-the-way-hand-painted-calligraphy-in-golden-ink-on-black-rice-paper-not-framed","title":"Tao (The Way) — hand painted calligraphy","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an Oriental (Japanese and Chinese) character \"Tao\", which means \"The Way\", in Kanji script. 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Tārā is also known as a saviouress who hears the cries of beings in saṃsāra and saves them from worldly and spiritual danger. TAM is Tara's seed mantra (bijamantra). This seed syllable is often visualized in Tara sadhanas (meditative rites practices). This seed syllable may also appear in longer Tārā mantras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePainting on a kakejiku (kakemono) scroll. This scroll is from high quality rice paper which moulded on another layer of paper and framed with silk paspartou. Ready-to-hang, no framing needed. Stamped with my personal stone seal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is NOT a print or a reproduction, this is my original artwork. Includes a Certificate of Authenticity. 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Hand written in black ink on rice paper in a spontaneous style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe calligraphy is signed and stamped with my personal seal, \"Zen\" and \"Harmony\" seals all carved by myself\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is my original artwork, not a print or a reproduction. 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I believe it's deeply philosophical and highly decorative at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Zen Buddhism, Enso is a circle that is hand-drawn in one fluid brushstroke to express a moment when the mind is free to let the body create. I draw Enso circles to concentrate and to unleash my creative power. This is always spontaneous, depending on what's around and what's inside me, and it's great spiritual practice close to meditation. The Enso symbolizes enlightenment, strength, elegance, the universe, and the void. It is characterized by a minimalism born of Japanese aesthetics. The tools and mechanics of drawing the Enso are the same as those used in traditional Japanese calligraphy: a brush, ink and thin rice paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finished work has imprints of stone seals carved by myself: one is my personal seal, the other says \"Peace of Mind\". 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Signed and stamped with stone seals carved by myself. Includes a certificate of authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eཧྲཱིཿ hri (also hrīḥ) is a Buddhist term translated as \"self-respect\" or \"conscientiousness\". It is defined as the attitude of taking earnest care with regard to one's actions and refraining from non-virtuous actions. ཧྲཱིཿ hrīḥ is the seed syllable of Amitābha and so represents the qualities of the Buddha of the western quarter: meditation and compassion. In Tibet it is also associated with Avalokiteśvara or Chenresig. Sometimes hri is included in Om Mani Padme Hum mantra as an unpronounced final syllable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel free to contact me for commissions or with any questions, I'd love to hear from you.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52358389924181,"sku":null,"price":299.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2896\/0341\/files\/scroll-hrih-01.jpg?v=1781447298"},{"product_id":"bushido-calligraphy-and-katana-samurai-sword-ink-painting-original-sumi-e-art","title":"Bushido Calligraphy and Katana Samurai Sword Ink Painting, original sumi-e art","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a large calligraphy artwork in reishotai script written on high quality rice paper in Japanese ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 97.5×52 cm (~38×20½ inches)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBushidō (武士道, \"the way of the warrior\") is the set of codes of honour and ideals that dictated the samurai way of life. 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I am really proud of this work which I think would look great in any interior. The calligraphy is signed and stamped with my personal seal and with a seal I carved specifically for this project, saying \"wei wu wei\" (\"practice wu wei\" or \"do non-doing\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is my original artwork, not a print or a reproduction. Shipped unframed in a protective packaging including a Certificate of Authenticity. 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The phrase comes from an old Zen kōan and its broader meaning is \"spend every day meaningfully\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStamped with my personal seal, as well as \"Zen\" and \"Harmony\" seals also carved by myself. This artwork makes a great gift for any Zen follower or a spiritual person. Shipped unframed, in a protective packaging, includes a signed authenticity certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFREE worldwide delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor custom orders please send me a message — I am always happy to create a painting just for you!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52358393889109,"sku":null,"price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2896\/0341\/files\/everydayisagoodday-2-01.jpg?v=1775393038"},{"product_id":"zen-calligraphy-non-thinking-japanese-ink-art-on-rice-paper","title":"Zen Calligraphy 'Non-Thinking' Japanese Ink Art on Rice Paper","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a calligraphy of 非思量 (Hishiryo = \"Non-thinking\") in the Traditional Chinese (Kanji) characters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 13×26½ inches = 34.5×67.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-thinking (非思量) is one of the fundamental principles of the practice of Zen meditation, zazen. It is associated with Zen master Yakusan Igen who lived during the Tang dynasty (745-827 AD). There is a story associated with Hishiryo which goes like this: A story involving Yakusan is frequently referenced in the writing of Dōgen, the founder of the Sōtō school in Japan. The story is as follows: Once, when the Master was sitting, a monk asked him, \"What are you thinking of, sitting there so fixedly?\" The master answered, \"I'm thinking of not thinking (思量箇不思量底 [Japanese: fushiryō]).\" The monk asked, \"How do you think of not thinking?\" The Master answered, \"Nonthinking (非思量 [Japanese: hishiryō]).\" This passage encapsulates the essence of Dōgen's teaching on zazen meditation practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI wrote these characters in spontaneous style, without thinking, using my favourite brush made of wolf's hair. I am really proud of this work which I think would look great in any interior. The calligraphy is stamped with my personal seal, as well as \"Harmony\", \"Tao\" and \"Te\" seals also carved by myself. This is my original artwork, not a print or a reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipped unframed in a protective packaging including a Certificate of Authenticity. 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I believe these artworks possess a certain spiritual energy and I am thrilled to share this energy with the whole World for the benefit of All Beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach artwork carries three seal stamp imprints: Buddha On The Lotus Throne, The Endless Knot and a personal seal with my initials. All the seals were hand-carved by myself. The calligraphy is done in one breath, without interruptions, and faded appearance of the last characters is intentional. I use old batches of rice paper for the classic vintage look. A finished artwork is stretched over the second layer of rice paper for durability and smoother appearance. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI am doing my best to update the pictures regularly so you are likely to get what you see, but there's a chance that yours may differ from the pictures. You can buy more than one or make a custom order. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e☸\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay all beings have happiness and its causes,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay all beings be freed from suffering and its causes,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay all beings constantly dwell in joy transcending sorrow,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMay all beings dwell in equal love for those both close and distant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOm Mani Padme Hum \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e_________________\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFeel free to contact me with any questions and suggestions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52358395101525,"sku":null,"price":88.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2896\/0341\/files\/ommani-25-01.jpg?v=1781427212"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1019\/2896\/0341\/collections\/118436572_4008280512568449_9135813326457597238_n.jpg?v=1775394976","url":"https:\/\/annavladi.com\/collections\/calligraphy.oembed","provider":"Anna Vladi Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}