Artists Artwork Detail

Gold Resonant and Jade Vibrating

artist

Wang Zhaoju

Media

Oil on canvas

size

150 W x 180 L cm F135

years

2013

Work Description

Gold Resonant and Jade Vibrating arose from a meditation on the ethereal sound of temple bells. The cool gray background evokes the mysterious, enchanting landscapes of the snow-covered plateau and its sacred, serene atmosphere. Layered mountains stretch into the distance as clouds roll across the peaks, where the faint glow of a monastery emerges from the mist—like clear, distant chimes echoing from paradise. Amidst the clouds, one can almost hear the solemn chanting of the devoted.


Three young women, arranged with graceful balance, embody the sincerity of the human spirit. One folds her hands in prayer, radiating heartfelt reverence; another holds a string of white beads, pure and luminous, symbolizing blessings. The third gazes softly toward the viewer, as if quietly recounting the beautiful legend of the distant heavenly realm.


Paradise is sacred, the pure land unblemished. The snow plateau serves as a spiritual sanctuary for pilgrims—a home of enlightenment and wisdom. As gold and jade resonate, they fill the air with auspicious harmony and serene joy.

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