Ramayana Collection (#4)

Illustration from the Ramayana by Valmiki, Second half of the16th cen Artist: Mir Zayn al-Abidin (active 1570-1580)
Illustration from the Ramayana by Valmiki, Second half of the16th cen.. Found in the collection of the Freer Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C

Ramavataram, 1828. Artist: Marlet et Cie
Ramavataram, 1828. A lithograph from L Inde Francais, 1828. From the collection of Jean Claude Carriere

Dance-mask of Hanuman, Monkey-god hero of the Ramayana, Cambodia, 20th Century

Prambanan Temple wall details
Prambanan Temple is the largest Hindu Temple site in Indonesia, near Yogyakarta - Central Java.The temple is decorated with reliefs illustrating the epic of the Ramayana

INDIA: RAMAYANA, 1813. Miniature from an 1813 volume of the Indian epic, the Ramayana, with various scenes of Rama and his wife, Sita

Murals depicting scenes from ancient epic Reamker (Ramayana) at the Silver Pagoda (Wat Preah Keo Morakot), Royal Palace, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Finely Carved Murals of Kailasa Temple
Murals depicting the stories from Ramayan on the walls of Kailasa Temple at Ellora, India. Ellora caves is one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India

Detail from the Reamker murals (Khmer version of the Ramayana), Royal Palace, Phnom Penh, Cambodia, Southeast Asia

Meeting between Rama and Parasurama. Illustration
" Meeting between Rama and Parasurama. Illustration from Bala Kanda, first book of Indian epic poem " Valmiki Ramayana", 17th century. Hindu art. Miniature Painting."

Dasaratha comes back after Putreshthis sacrifice
" Dasaratha comes back after Putreshthis sacrifice. Ilustracion; rom Indian epic poem " Ramayana", 17th century. Hindu art. Miniature Painting."

Thailand - Ayutthaya - Ruins
Ruins at Ayutthaya - the capital of Ayutthaya province in Thailand. The city was founded in 1350 by King U-Thong, who came here to escape a smallpox outbreak in Lop Buri

India Puri Jaganath
The temple of Jaganath ( Juggernaut ) sacred site for Hindus and scene of the annual Ramayana procession when the gigantic image is dragged through the streets

Monkey mask used in the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Actor in the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Actor playing Ravana, the demon god of Lanka, one of the central characters of the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Crowds at a performance of the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Giant effigy of the demon god Ravana from the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

People and one of the stage sets, Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Masked actor in the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Actor with mask worn in the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu epic the Ramayana, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh state, India, Asia

Performance of the Balinese Ramayana, Denpasar, island of Bali, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Performance of the Hindu epic, Ramayana, Palais Princier, Yogyakarta, island of Java, Indonesia, Southeast Asia, Asia

Group portrait of masked actors in the Ramlilla, the stage play of the Hindu Epic the Ramayana, Varanasi (Benares), Uttar Pradesh State, India

Main hall (Mandapa) from SW with entrance and Ramayana frieze, Kailasa Temple, Ellora, India

Building Bridge of Lanka
The monkey craftsman Nala, with his king Sugriva & Hanuman, build a bridge between India & Sri Lanka so that the ape armies can help Rama rescue Sita from Ravana

Hanuman Burns Lanka
Ravana tries to punish the monkey god Hanuman (captured seeking Sita) by setting his tail alight. But Hanuman escapes & sets fire to Ravanas city, Lanka

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The Ramayana, an ancient Indian epic, has left its mark on various cultures and art forms across Southeast Asia. In the Royal Palace of Phnom Penh, Cambodia, a stunning mural depicting scenes from the Ramayana adorns one of its walls. The vibrant colors and intricate details transport viewers to a world filled with gods, demons, and heroic characters. One such hero is King Dasaratha, who can be seen leading his retinue in a grand procession towards Rama's wedding in a folio from the Shangri. The scene captures the regal splendor and anticipation surrounding this auspicious occasion. Another captivating moment depicted is Jatayus' valiant fight against Ravana. This battle between good and evil showcases bravery and loyalty as Jatayus tries to rescue Sita from her captor's clutches. Hanuman, the devoted monkey god known for his unwavering devotion to Lord Rama, also takes center stage in many portrayals of the Ramayana. His boundless strength and intelligence are celebrated through artistic representations like sculptures or paintings found at Prambanan Temple in Indonesia or even on masks from Bali. The influence of the Ramayana extends beyond Cambodia and Indonesia; it reaches Thailand too. At Wat Phra Kaeo within Bangkok's Royal Grand Palace complex lies yet another mural showcasing key moments from this epic tale. These murals serve as visual narratives that bring alive stories passed down through generations. In addition to murals capturing pivotal scenes from the Ramayana story, there are also colorful Balinese renditions on cloth or canvas that depict significant events like Subali's war with Sugriwa or simply showcase Rama himself as portrayed by traditional masks. Through these diverse artworks spread across different countries in Southeast Asia, we witness how deeply ingrained the Ramayana is within their cultural fabric. Its timeless themes of love, honor, sacrifice continue to resonate with people, transcending borders and generations.