• Celestial Serenity – Apsara in Meditation

Celestial Serenity – Apsara in Meditation

Thai Bas-Relief – Meditating Apsara Woman

📏 Estimated Dimensions:
Height: 130 cm
Width: 68 cm
Thickness: 4–5 cm

🪨 Material:
Handcrafted bas-relief made from natural cement and plaster, hand-finished with ochre and gold pigments. This traditional technique is typical of Thai Buddhist temple wall decorations.

🎨 Description and Visual Aspect:
This artwork depicts an Apsara, a celestial dancer from Hindu-Buddhist mythology, gracefully kneeling in a meditative posture. The flowing drapery, delicate floral motifs, and serene facial expression reflect purity, beauty, and spiritual calm. The falling leaves around her symbolize harmony with nature and transcendence.

🌏 Origin:
Handcrafted in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand — a region renowned for its traditional craftsmanship and temple sculpture artistry.

🕉️ Cultural Significance:
The Apsara is a celestial figure in both Hindu and Buddhist cosmology, representing divine beauty, music, dance, and the link between the earthly and spiritual realms. Bas-reliefs of Apsaras are commonly found in temples, spas, and peaceful gardens to bring serenity and positive energy.

💡 Decorative Use:
Ideal for indoor or outdoor wall installation — in a living room, terrace, spa, or meditation space. Can be mounted directly on a wall or framed for added elegance.

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