The mystical and sentimental tradition of eye portraits has a very interesting history in miniature painting. Many of these tiny eyes were worn inside rings or other decorative pieces of jewelry.
This miniature is perfect for a home or travel altar, as a meditation tool, and as a special keepsake of of Amma, who is known for offering her darshan in the form of hugs.
Live art dimensions: 1 3/4" x 1 3/8"
Dimensions including Venetian glass frame: 2 1/2" x 2 1/8"
Medium: egg tempera and 24 karat gold leaf on Kelmscott vellum
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