Painting Gallery

Based on the historical facts, the picture depicts the Buddha’s second visit to the island of Sri Lanka on a Bak full moon Poya day. The purpose of the visit was to resolve the conflict between Chulodara and Mahodara Naga kings regarding the jewelled chair at Mani Nagadeepa (Nagadeepa). This magnificent painting, created by the great artist Walimuni Solias Mendis, can be found in Kelaniya Rajamaha Viharaya in Sri Lanka.

Artist Sampath Gurunanse drew an oil-painted copy of the painting between May 15th, 2023, and December 2nd, 2023.

The paradise full of beauty where King Ravana lived

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Through the beauty of still waters, amidst the rocky shores, a moment of tranquility…

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Gathering scattered thoughts into meditation. Solitude in the great forest.

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

The search for a secluded haven…

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

A moment when a solitary bird, having soared throughout the vast forest, found solace in resting its weary wings.

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Based on the historical facts, in the year 310 A.D, Prince Dantha and Princess Hemamala arrived on the island, of Sri Lanka bringing the blessings of Lord Buddha’s Sacred Tooth Relic as they were given the responsibility by King Guhasiva (father of Hemamala) in India. They are the descendants of the Brahmadatta Royal Family (relations of Siddhartha Gauthama) who were given the responsibility to protect the Sacred Tooth Relic without treasuring it, since the death of Lord Buddha around 488 B.

This magnificent painting, created by the great artist Walimuni Solias Mendis, can be found in Kelaniya Rajamaha Viharaya in Sri Lanka.

Artist Sampath Gurunanse drew an oil-painted copy of the painting between May 15th, 2023, and December 2nd, 2023.

Placement – Ja-ela

Sold Year – 2012

Sold Price – $6600

Birthplace of the child of liberation, of truth.

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Placement – Ja-ela

Sold Year – 2020

Sold Price – LKR 350,000

A feeding pattern amidst the lotus leaves.

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Placement – Colombo

Sold Year – 2013

Sold Price – LKR 50,000

Embracing the breeze’s vibrant energy in a fleeting moment

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Placement – Malabe

Sold Year – 2015

Sold Price – LKR 250,000

Eternal shelter in a difficult life

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Placement – Colombo

Sold Year – 2008

Sold Price – LKR 50,000

Trilogy of Exploration…

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Placement – Colombo

Sold Year – 2012

Sold Price – LKR 50,000

Lost in Anticipation, Awaiting Avian Companions…

Artist Sampath Gurunanse  |  drew an oil-painted

Placement – Colombo

Sold Year – 2010

Sold Price – LKR 100,000