The next pieces in the exhibit are large-scale installations that incorporate Buddhist techniques of repeated ritual and meditative processes: Problem-Wisdom (1993-95) and Sitting(Money) (2004-2006) by Kamin Lertchaiprasert. Problem-Wisdom is a large-scale floor installation consisting of 366 papier-mâché sculptures. Every object created and displayed in Lertchaiprasert’s installation visually shows the elapsing of time, which expands to his own personal experiences while making the work and his perception of time. This installation required a disciplined approach in which Lertchaiprasert had to partake in a daily, ritualistic process.
Everyday for two years, since the artist was commissioned in 1993, Lertchaiprasert had read the daily newspaper …show more content…
As he was born into a royal family, Siddhartha was predicted to be either a great political leader or a great religious leader. His father wanting him to be the former hid Siddhartha away from the outside world and into the walls of the royal palace. Here Siddhartha was essentially spoiled, having all his needs tended to and never endured suffering. However, when he became older, Siddhartha wanted to venture out of the palace. As this was the first time Siddhartha was in the outside world, he was completely shocked when he saw a diseased man, a decaying corpse, and an ascetic. Horrified by this sight, Siddhartha gave up his worldly possessions in an attempt to find the solution to human suffering. After meditating on this event, Siddartha became Shakayamuni Buddha, or the enlightened one, and established Buddhism as the solution for human suffering. Although not creating a whole religion, Lertchaiprasert’s work represents one’s willingness to intervene with the daily struggles of the world and bring upon peace and …show more content…
“According to the artist, we used to use money only as a basis for exchange but now money takes up many symbols. It becomes its own power, becomes like God and becomes everything”(Ng). Through this piece, Lertchaiprasert asserts his call to not be controlled by money and the worldly desires that prevent us from escaping human suffering. Drawing upon the Buddhist notion of emptiness, in reality, money is a human construct that holds no inherent value on its own. This social convention, however, has led to problems of greed, poverty, and war. Onto each of the mini statues is a written contemplation that the artist meditated upon daily. By doing this, Lertchaiprasert connects his thoughts and valuations to the audience sharing his
Everyday for two years, since the artist was commissioned in 1993, Lertchaiprasert had read the daily newspaper …show more content…
As he was born into a royal family, Siddhartha was predicted to be either a great political leader or a great religious leader. His father wanting him to be the former hid Siddhartha away from the outside world and into the walls of the royal palace. Here Siddhartha was essentially spoiled, having all his needs tended to and never endured suffering. However, when he became older, Siddhartha wanted to venture out of the palace. As this was the first time Siddhartha was in the outside world, he was completely shocked when he saw a diseased man, a decaying corpse, and an ascetic. Horrified by this sight, Siddhartha gave up his worldly possessions in an attempt to find the solution to human suffering. After meditating on this event, Siddartha became Shakayamuni Buddha, or the enlightened one, and established Buddhism as the solution for human suffering. Although not creating a whole religion, Lertchaiprasert’s work represents one’s willingness to intervene with the daily struggles of the world and bring upon peace and …show more content…
“According to the artist, we used to use money only as a basis for exchange but now money takes up many symbols. It becomes its own power, becomes like God and becomes everything”(Ng). Through this piece, Lertchaiprasert asserts his call to not be controlled by money and the worldly desires that prevent us from escaping human suffering. Drawing upon the Buddhist notion of emptiness, in reality, money is a human construct that holds no inherent value on its own. This social convention, however, has led to problems of greed, poverty, and war. Onto each of the mini statues is a written contemplation that the artist meditated upon daily. By doing this, Lertchaiprasert connects his thoughts and valuations to the audience sharing his