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Another masterpiece by Wang Ying from the series "Tian Wang" or "Heavenly Kings" of buddhist mythology.
"Tian Wang -The Celestial Kings of Chinese myth, also known as the world protectors. These demonic-looking creatures dwell on the world mountain Meru. They are the guardians of the four quarters of the world and of Buddhist teaching. They fight against evil and protect places where goodness is taught. Their bodies are protected by armor and they wear helmets or crowns on their heads. Images of them can be found in every Chinese and Japanese monastery.
The last king, that of the west, has a red body. In his right hand he holds a serpent before which he holds the wish-fulfilling gem. Each king has ninety-one sons who help him to guard the ten directions as well as eight generals and other minions who care for the world quarter assigned to him.
The Tian-wang have been known in China since the fourth century, but have been venerated (in their present form) since the Tang Dynasty (early 7th century)." Source : Encylopedia Mythica
Wang Ying was born 1955 in Beijing
1996 Exhibits at the Chinese International Trade Fair for Painting, Calligraphy and Photography.
1997 Exhibits at the Chinese Art Exhibition and wins a gold medal at the ZhongYuan Painting and Calligraphy Competition to celebrate the return of Hong Kong to PRC. Admitted to the Chinese "Who's Who", the "Directory of Chinese Experts" and the "Dictionary of Modern Chinese Culture".
His works have appeared in numerous publications in and outside of China, and are sought after by collectors worldwide.
1998 Invited by the French Ministry of Culture to participate in a Franco-Chinese cultural exchange, but had to refuse owing to ill health.
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