Lotus Flower Collection (#8)

Sage Floating on Lotus Leaf. Creator: Unknown
Sage Floating on Lotus Leaf. Ming (1368-1644) or Qing (1644-1911) dynasty. Formerly attributed to Zhao Fei (Chinese)

Gakko Bosatsu, from Album of Buddhist Deities from the Diamond World... mid-12th century
Gakko Bosatsu, from Album of Buddhist Deities from the Diamond World and Womb World Mandalas (Kontai butsugajo), mid-12th century. Heian period (794-1185)

Red Lotus and Fish. Creator: Tang Guang
Red Lotus and Fish. (Chinese, ca. 1670-1690). Qing dynasty (1644-1911)

Hibiscus, Lotus, and Rock, ca. 1705-7. Creator: Shitao
Hibiscus, Lotus, and Rock, ca. 1705-7

Lotus Leaves and Water Reeds. Creator: Bian Shoumin
Lotus Leaves and Water Reeds

Birds in a lotus pond, ca. 1690. Creator: Bada Shanren
Birds in a lotus pond, ca. 1690

Buddha Amitabha Descending from His Pure Land, late 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Amitabha Descending from His Pure Land, late 13th century. Buddha stands on two lotuses and holds his right hand in a gesture of welcome. Southern Song dynasty (1127-1279)

Bhairavi Ragini: Folio from a ragamala series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1640-50. Female devotee worshiping at a Shaiva shrine inside a palace compound

Mandala of Wakamiya of Kasuga Shrine (Kasuga wakamiya mandara), early 14th century. Ame-no-Koyane holds a sword with which to cut through the illusions of the unenlightened mind

One of the Twelve Devas: Bonten, 14th century. Creator: Unknown
One of the Twelve Devas: Bonten, 14th century

Chandravimba Ragaputra: Page from a Dispersed Boston Ragamala Series
Chandravimba Ragaputra: Page from a Dispersed " Boston" Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1760

Admiring Lotus. Creator: Shu Hao
Admiring Lotus

Ragini Des Variri: Page from a Dispersed Ragamala Series (Garland of Musical Modes), ca. 1680

Zhou Maoshu Admiring Lotuses, mid-17th century. Creator: Kaiho Yusetsu
Zhou Maoshu Admiring Lotuses, mid-17th century

Kuan-yin, Goddess of Compassion
XTD75530 Kuan-yin, Goddess of Compassion by Chinese School; Musee Guimet, Paris, France; (add.info.: the Chinese female embodiment of the Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara; ); Chinese, out of copyright

Aquatic plants, Lotus flower

Stele dedicated to bull Mnevis by laundryman Ipi. Egypt
Stele dedicated to bull Mnevis by laundryman Ipi. Limestone. 19th Dynasty. New Kingdom. C. 1300-1200 BC. Probably from Heliopolis. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Lotus flower on a lake, Thailand
Blossoming Lotus Flower (Nelumbo nucifera) on Red Lotus Lake; Chiang Haeo, Thailand

Isis Seated Lotus Flower Ceremonies et coutumes
Isis Seated on a Lotus Flower, Ceremonies et coutumes religieuses de tous les peuples du monde, Picart, Bernard, 1673-1733, Engraving, 1723-1743

Stele dedicated to Mnevis, the bull of Ra. Egypt
Stele dedicated to Mnevis, the bull of Ra. Limestone. 20th Dynasty. New Kingdom. C. 1100 BC. From Heliopolis. Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. Copenhagen. Denmark

Floating Lotus Blossom -Nelumbo nucifera-

Lotus Flower, Bangkok, Thailand Lotus Flower Bangkok Thailand

Persian Art. Achaemenid Dynasty. Palace of Darius I. Detail
Persian Art. Achaemenid Dynasty. Persepolis. Palace of Darius I (522-486 B.C.). Detail of a palaces gate built between 470-450 B.C

Malaysia, Penang, George Town. Exterior shot of Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion

Malaysia, Penang. Close-up shot of opening double-petal lotus flower

Indonesia, Bali, Ubud, Nyuh Kuning Village. Close-up shot of lotus flower in full bloom

Hoi An Ancient Town at dusk with red illuminated flowers on the river

Buddha Sitting on a Lotus, 5th-6th century (fresco)
XIR781328 Buddha Sitting on a Lotus, 5th-6th century (fresco) by Afghan School; Kabul Museum, Afghanistan; (add.info.: Buddha assis sur le lotus ); Giraudon; Afghan, out of copyright

The Lotus Arrow, Bilaspur, c. 1750 (gouache on paper)
XCF273128 The Lotus Arrow, Bilaspur, c.1750 (gouache on paper) by Indian School, (18th century); Victoria & Albert Museum, London, UK; Indian, out of copyright

Monk, from Dunhuang, Gansu Province (stone)
XIR232658 Monk, from Dunhuang, Gansu Province (stone) by Chinese School, (10th century); Musee Guimet, Paris, France; Chinese, out of copyright

Lotus flower -Nelumbo-

Lotus -Nelumbo-

Lotus flowers -Nelumbo-, Northern Thailand, Thailand, Asia

Lotus or Indian Lotus -Nelumbo nucifera-, flower, Ubud, Bali, Indonesia

White Lotus Flower -Nelumbo sp. -, Erlangen Botanical Garden, Erlangen, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany
White Lotus Flower -Nelumbo sp.-, Erlangen Botanical Garden, Erlangen, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Two White Lotus Flowers -Nelumbo sp. -, Erlangen Botanical Garden, Erlangen, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany
Two White Lotus Flowers -Nelumbo sp.-, Erlangen Botanical Garden, Erlangen, Middle Franconia, Bavaria, Germany

Lotus -Nelumbo-, Vembanad Lake, Kerala, South India, India, Asia

Lotus flower -Nelumbo nucifera-, Bavaria, Germany

Seed pod of a Lotus flower -Nelumbo-, Bavaria, Germany

Leaves of a Lotus flower -Nelumbo-, Bavaria, Germany

Pink Lotus flower -Nelumbo nucifera-, Baden-Wurttemberg, Germany

Glass and metal Lotus installation in front of HSBC Bank with surrounding new skyscrapers in Jianggan district, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, Asia

Glass and golden metal Lotus installation in front of HSBC Bank with surrounding new skyscrapers in Jianggan district, Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China, Asia

USA; North Carolina; Lotus blossom with backlighting

USA; North Carolina; Lotus leaf and bud with back lighting

USA; North Carolina; Lotus blossom and bud with back lighting

USA; North Carolina; Close-up of center of lotus

USA; North Caroilna; Lotus with back lighting

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The lotus flower, with its delicate petals and vibrant colors, has captivated artists and spiritual seekers for centuries. In a mesmerizing painting of the lotus flower titled "Lakshmi, " created by an unknown artist in 1894, the beauty of this sacred symbol is brought to life. The sword of knowledge and sacred text resting beside it hint at the profound wisdom associated with this enchanting blossom. At Kopan Monastery, nestled amidst the serene landscapes of Nepal, monks find solace in the presence of lotus flowers blooming gracefully in ponds. These ethereal blossoms are believed to represent purity and enlightenment, reminding practitioners to strive for spiritual growth. In Mantova, Italy, a Nelumbo speciosum - commonly known as a lotus flower - blooms proudly in full splendor. Its radiant petals seem to reflect the sun's warmth and bring tranquility to all who gaze upon it. Traveling eastward brings us to New Delhi's Bahai Temple where a magnificent temple adorned with lotus flowers stands tall against the sky. This architectural marvel serves as a testament to unity and peace while celebrating nature's exquisite creation. Hanoi in Vietnam boasts its own share of lotus flowers that thrive along tranquil lakeshores. Their elegant presence adds charm to Indochina's landscape while symbolizing resilience amid challenging conditions. Beijing too embraces these captivating blooms within its bustling cityscape. Amidst skyscrapers and busy streets, lotus flowers remind people of their connection with nature and offer respite from urban chaos. As we explore these diverse locations across Asia where lotuses bloom abundantly, one thing becomes clear: no matter our age or circumstances, we can always find joy in simple pleasures like admiring these beautiful creations. So let go of your worries; embrace your inner child as you immerse yourself in their enchantment. With summer's scorching heat bearing down on us relentlessly, the lotus flower provides a refreshing respite.