Zorikto Dorzhiev's "Steppe Nirvana", a reflection of Buryatia

Buryatia’s culture is exotic and unique, just like the artist Zorikto Dorzhiev and his works from the series “Steppe Nirvana". In it, Zorikto uses various techniques to create modern images in which a notable influence of ancient nomadic culture is also present. / Football, 2013. Oil on canvas

The Tibet House in New-York, US will showcase “Steppe Nirvana,” an exhibit of works by the renowned Russian artist and sculptor Zorikto Dorzhiev that will run from December 18th through 27th. / Sandman, 2011. Acrylic, foil, patina on canvas

Dorzhiev’s painting “Nirvana 3s” was also a featured auction item at Tibet House US’ 2013 Benefit Auction at Christie’s which took place on December 16th. / Nirvana 3s, 2012. Acrylic, mixed media on canvas

Zorikto Dorzhiev is known for his visceral and dynamic work that pays tribute to his Buryat heritage. / Spring time, 2012. Oil on canvas

Born in Ulan-Ude, the region of Russia bordering Mongolia, Dorzhiev graduated with honors from the Krasnoyarsk State Art Institute. / Ursa Major, 2013. Mixed media, textile, composition metal on canvas

Since mastering his skills with several well-known Siberian artists, he has been exclusively represented by the Khankhalaev Gallery in Moscow, Russia, since 2005. “Steppe Nirvana” is a collection of Dorzhiev’s most recent works, created between 2011 and 2013. / Autumn, 2012. Oil on canvas

He’s had exhibitions in London, Saint-Petersburg, and Moscow, as well as in galleries in Luxembourg, Strasbourg, Brussels, Hong Kong, and Taiwan. / Virgo, 2013. Mixed media, textile, composition metal on canvas

Dorzhiev’s paintings, drawings and sculptures are part of the permanent collection in several Russian museums and in private collections across the United States, Russia, the UK, Europe, and Asia. / Music, 2009. Oil on canvas

Tibet House US, established in 1987 in New York at the request of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, is a non-profit educational institution that works to preserve, restore, and present Tibet’s cultural heritage through a permanent center. / Winter, 2012. Oil on canvas

Buryatia, the artist’s homeland, is located in southern Siberia along with Lake Baikal and the Russian-Mongolian border. This is the home of the Buryats, the largest ethnic group in Siberia. / Opposition, 2012. Oil on canvas

Before the 20th century, Buryats were nomads. They hunted and resided in yurts situated on the endless steppes. Buryats now live in cities, such as Ulan-Ude, the capital of Buryatia, where Zorikto was born in 1976. / Against time, 2012. Oil on canvas