Torana by Mukti Singh Thapa Size:88 x 41 cm (35" x 16") Print it is associated with the

it is associated with the moon and is strongest during the full moon

It was not originally made as a pendant

The central figure is painted with striking green malachite and the gold ornaments

While the original painting has sold

The fine Newari craftsmanship is apparent in the silver work and the attractive turquoise and coral stones

Torana by Mukti Singh Thapa Size:88 x 41 cm (35" x 16") Print it is associated with theThis dramatic painting by master artist Mukti Singh Thapa is named Torana. It depicts four animals that often adorn the torana, the decorative framework that surrounds Buddhist and Hindu deities in paintings and sculpture and is also used as entranceways in temples. From bottom to top, the four animals are an elephant, snow lion, and the mythical kinnara and shardula. This graceful piece displays Thapa's mastery of the 13th 16th century Newar Design