Detail: Siva on Elephant's Howdah, after stone relief at Angkor Wat

Joseph Lindon Smith

Created:

Movement:

1920

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key Notes:

Siva Iconography, Angkor Wat Relief

Dimensions:

30 x 40 1/4 in. (76.2 x 102.2 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Detail: Siva on Elephant's Howdah, after stone relief at Angkor Wat" is a work by American artist Joseph Lindon Smith, created in the early 20th century as part of his broader engagement with Asian art and culture. This painting reflects Smith's meticulous study of the stone reliefs at Angkor Wat, showcasing his ability to translate the intricate details of Khmer art into a vibrant, painted medium, thereby contributing to the appreciation of Southeast Asian heritage in Western art discourse.

Description of the work:

"Detail: Siva on Elephant's Howdah, after stone relief at Angkor Wat" by Joseph Lindon Smith features a meticulously rendered depiction of the Hindu deity Shiva seated atop an elaborately adorned elephant's howdah, showcasing intricate details in both the figure and the surrounding ornamental elements. The composition is characterized by a harmonious interplay of line and form, with a palette that reflects the rich cultural heritage of the Angkor Wat temple complex, emphasizing the grandeur and spiritual significance of the scene.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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