Join us at the MBC Arts & Music Festival, for an evening of celebration and collective sharing of the musical and artistic talents of our Melbourne sangha. Hosted by Dantacitta, and featuring live performances, readings, and a silent arts auction, with plenty of homemade vegan snacks and sweets for sale.
Help raise funds for the MBC!
Venue: Melbourne Buddhist Centre/ 23 David Street, Brunswick
All Welcome – $20 Admission/ Book early to secure seating/ Tickets available on the door
Please note: You must be fully vaccinated and able to show evidence when attending events at the MBC.
There will be a silent auction on the night, with items donated by the MBC community. If you are not able to attend in person, we will accept email bids up until noon on Friday 20th May.
Please email your bid with “Auction Bids” in the email subject/title to Michelle McNamara at mbrooker137@gmail.comand make sure to include the item number, title, your name and the $ value of your bid. Note email bids close at 12pm on Friday 20th May.
If you are attending in person, Items will be available for viewing on the night. Written bids will be accepted up to 8pm, bidding slips will be available for the bids which are to be placed in the silent auction box prior to 8pm with the successful bidders announced towards the close of the event. The highest bidder at or above the reserve will be successful, with payment by the successful bidder to be made on the night by cash or card. If an email bidder is the successful bidder then arrangements will be made for payment and collection of the item. Please note that if the highest bid is below the reserve, then any sale is at the discretion of the donor.
Lot No.
1
Donor
Pam Cornthwaite
Title
Pot of Joy
Size
19cm (approx.)
Medium
Clay
Description
Pam’s pots are fired in her garden beer keg kiln (rather than using fossil fuels). Pam doesn’t use glazes or oxides on her pottery beacuse of their potential for toxicity, and so the pot is not water resistent, but it is perfect for displaying dried materials.
Reserve Price
$70
Lot No.
2
Donor
Sue Vouliotis
Title
Centred
Size
A4
Medium
Ink on paper
Description
Noise, change, distraction, and confusionhappens, but we can remain focused if we put our minds to it.
Reserve Price
$30
Lot No.
3
Donor
Sue Vouliotis
Title
Lotus
Size
A4
Medium
Ink on paper
Description
In my unique growing conditions, Ibring beauty as I bloom but remaingrounded.
Reserve Price
$30
Lot No.
4
Donor
Sue Vouliotis
Title
Simplicity
Size
A4
Medium
Ink on paper
Description
Put pen to paper and be present – the outcome can be awesome!
Reserve Price
$30
Lot No.
5
Donor
Naomi Overton
Title
Vajrapani’s Energy
Size
25 x 25cm (approx.)
Medium
Alcohol ink on art board Note: Whilst protected by an anti- yellowing spray, please note that inks tend to fade after a few years (Sigh, impermanence).
Description
Drawn to Vajrapani’s energy, he holds the vajra in one hand representing unstoppable power towards enlightenment. In his peaceful form he holds the lotus also. His effort is serious and dedicated, yet playful and relaxed and ultimately beautiful
Reserve Price
$100
Lot No.
6
Donor
Buddhadasa
Title
Sunyata Box
Size
25 x 8cm (approx.)
Medium
Wood
Description
Lovely handcrafted wooden boxes,containing the voidness that constitutesultimate reality
Reserve Price
$50
Lot No.
7
Donor
Buddhadasa
Title
Sunyata Box
Size
25 x 8cm (approx.)
Medium
Wood
Description
Lovely handcrafted wooden boxes,containing the voidness that constitutesultimate reality
Reserve Price
$50
Lot No.
8
Donor
Buddhadasa
Title
“On the First Rung Reminiscences of the early years of the Triratna Buddhist Order 1969 – 1974”
Medium
Paperback
Description
Buddhadasa writes of the circumstances leading up to his ordination and of his formative spiritual experiences whilst on solitary retreat in the wilds of Northern Scotland. Learn more about the history of the Triratna Buddhist Order and Buddhadasa’s role and responsibilities during the formative days of our spiritual community. This book is in mint condition and signed by the author. Essential reading for any Mitra!
Reserve Price
$25
Lot No.
9
Donor
Buddhadasa
Title
“On the First Rung Reminiscences of the early years of the Triratna Buddhist Order 1969 – 1974”
Medium
Paperback
Description
Buddhadasa writes of the circumstances leading up to his ordination and of his formative spiritual experiences whilst on solitary retreat in the wilds of Northern Scotland. Learn more about the history of the Triratna Buddhist Order and Buddhadasa’s role and responsibilities during the formative days of our spiritual community. This book is in mint condition and signed by the author. Essential reading for any Mitra!
Reserve Price
$25
Lot No.
10
Donor
Talia Eilon
Title
Six-Armed Avalokiteśvara
Size
20cm (approx.)
Medium
Painted wood
Description
A rare depiction of the Bodhisattva of Compassion in his six-armed form.
Reserve Price
$30
Lot No.
11
Donor
MBC
Title
Dharmachakra Green Tārā
Size
12cm (approx.)
Medium
Metal (gold finish)
Description
A rare depiction of Green Tārā making the “Wheel Turning,” or teaching, mudrā. This rūpa has received a Tantric consecration.
Reserve Price
$100
Lot No.
12
Donor
MBC
Title
Yab-Yum of Amitābha & Pāṇḍaravāsinī
Size
12cm (approx.)
Medium
Metal (chocolate finish)
Description
A rare depiction of the Buddha of Love in union with his consort, “She Who Wears White Robes.” This rūpa has received a Tantric consecration.
Reserve Price
$100
Lot No.
13
Donor
MBC
Title
Thai Śākyamuni
Size
32cm (approx.)
Medium
Metal (gold finish)
Description
A rūpa from Thailand, depicting the historical Buddha
Reserve Price
$30
Lot No.
14
Donor
MBC
Title
The Buddha Amitābha in ultra-modern style
Size
64cm (approx.)
Medium
3D-Printed (gold finish)
Description
A one-of-a-kind piece, created by local artist Daniele Presta
Reserve Price
$40
Lot No.
15
Donor
Bronwyn Coulton
Title
Painted blue vase
Size
19cm (approx.)
Medium
Ceramic
Description
Japanese blue cobalt porcelain floral goldpheasant quail vase.
Reserve Price
$60
Lot No.
16
Donor
Bronwyn Coulton
Title
Peaceful Quan Yin
Size
11cm (approx.)
Medium
Porcelain
Description
Found in an antique shop in Yarra Junction, this delicate Quan Yin rūpa is a slightly off- white colour. She sits with her arms folded and tucked into her robes, in a lovely peaceful and compassionate pose.
