UntitledAng Tsherin Sherpa · 2010

  • Creation date2010
  • MuseumRubin Museum of Art

Ang Tsherin Sherpa (1968 –)

Ang Tsherin Sherpa is a contemporary Nepalese artist blending traditional Tibetan thangka painting with modern expression. Explore themes of identity, spirituality & the human condition in his intricate works exhibited globally. Guggenheim Fellow.

Rubin Museum of Art (New York City, United States of America)

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In the Tibetan Buddhist tradition death is not feared but accepted, as attachment to the ego is the ultimate obstacle to enlightenment. So it is not uncommon to see smiling skulls and dancing skeletons in traditional paintings, similar to the pop art array of multicolored mini skulls in this painting. The positive confrontation with the idea of death takes on an ominous quality here with the presence of bodhisattvas wearing gas masks. Conventionally portrayed as young, lithe men at the peak of their beauty, bodhisattvas compassionately postpone full enlightenment to guide humanity toward liberation. Though they wear traditional ornaments and garb, Sherpa’s bodhisattvas look like soldiers prepared for battle—muscles flexed, fists clenched. It provokes the question of what kind of obstacles bodhisattvas must conquer in the modern age in order for humankind to attain enlightenment.

About this artwork

  • Title: Untitled
  • Artist: Ang Tsherin Sherpa
  • Year: 2010
  • Format: Portrait
  • Copyright status: Under copyright
  • Where to see it: Rubin Museum of Art
  • Color palette: Neutrals
  • Perceived brightness: brilliant

Questions & Answers

Toward which tone does "Untitled" lean?

"Untitled" leans toward a golden yellow range tone.

In what year was "Untitled" by Ang Tsherin Sherpa created?

"Untitled" by Ang Tsherin Sherpa was created in 2010.

At what age did Ang Tsherin Sherpa make "Untitled"?

Ang Tsherin Sherpa made "Untitled" at the age of 42. The artist was born in 1968 and the work is dated 2010.

Where can I see the original "Untitled" by Ang Tsherin Sherpa?

"Untitled" by Ang Tsherin Sherpa is on display at the Rubin Museum of Art, New York City, United States of America. The museum listing refers to the original work, not to reproductions.

Who created "Untitled"?

The artist behind "Untitled" is Ang Tsherin Sherpa. The work is catalogued under Ang Tsherin Sherpa's name.

Can "Untitled" by Ang Tsherin Sherpa, held at the Rubin Museum of Art, be legally reproduced?

The original "Untitled" is at the Rubin Museum of Art, and the work is still protected by copyright.

How does "Untitled" balance light and dark?

"Untitled" by Ang Tsherin Sherpa is recorded as brilliant, with a bright balance luminance.

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