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Framed Hand Painted on Canvas Mandala Thangka 24K Gold

1995

This beautifully framed Mandala thangka is meticulously hand-painted on canvas, adorned with 24K real gold. The blue, ochre and green tones, complemented by the touch of gold, make ...

This framed "Mandala" thangka is hand painted on canvas with 24K real gold. Earthy color tones and touch of gold makes it a stunning piece of artwork. Measurement of art without the frame: 14.25 X 11.25 inches. A handout on process of making a thangka will be included with the purchase. Mandala represents "wholeness" and is also used as an aid in meditation. The term mandala has become a generic way of describing any circular geometric pattern. The word mandala originated from Sanskrit which means “Circle”. Early versions of the Mandala can be found in the Hindu faith where we would see geometric shapes representing deities. Buddhism took this concept one step further and today if you speak to someone in the Buddhist faith they will tell you that these paintings are in essence a 3 dimensional celestial palace with rooms that contains deities. Let’s call this a mind map, a map to help us further our spiritual journey. Our collection will focus almost entirely on Buddhist Mandalas, a Mandala by Buddhist standards will respect certain basic rules of composition and geometric proportion, although each painting you see is unique in its own way, we will try and cover some of these basic iconographic rules. A Mandala almost always consists of two elements, an outer circle combined with a square positioned inside. In most cases these circles or rings create a pure space protected from external impurities and negative forces. The number of these circles can differ from one painting to another. In almost all mandalas the outermost circle will show flames which commonly represents protection and the innermost circle with be lotus petals which is the Buddhist symbol for purity. This imagery is typical of Mandalas and Thangkas in general which is why almost all deities are seated on lotus thrones. The square represents this symbolic palace or mind map, which is mentioned in the previous section. Any Mandala will always contain a principle deity it can be painted or symbolized by a lotus flower in the case of the Kalachakra Mandala...

This framed "Mandala" thangka is hand painted on canvas with 24K real gold. Ornate frame and seven mandalas make it a unique piece. Earthy color tones and touch of gold makes it a stunning piece of artwork. Measurement of art without the frame: 19" x 14" A handout on process of making a thangka will be included with the purchase. Mandala represents "wholeness" and is also used as an aid in meditation. The term mandala has become a generic way of describing any circular geometric pattern. The word mandala originated from Sanskrit which means “Circle”. Early versions of the Mandala can be found in the Hindu faith where we would see geometric shapes representing deities. Buddhism took this concept one step further and today if you speak to someone in the Buddhist faith they will tell you that these paintings are in essence a 3 dimensional celestial palace with rooms that contains deities. Let’s call this a mind map, a map to help us further our spiritual journey. Our collection will focus almost entirely on Buddhist Mandalas, a Mandala by Buddhist standards will respect certain basic rules of composition and geometric proportion, although each painting you see is unique in its own way, we will try and cover some of these basic iconographic rules. A Mandala almost always consists of two elements, an outer circle combined with a square positioned inside. In most cases these circles or rings create a pure space protected from external impurities and negative forces. The number of these circles can differ from one painting to another. In almost all mandalas the outermost circle will show flames which commonly represents protection and the innermost circle with be lotus petals which is the Buddhist symbol for purity. This imagery is typical of Mandalas and Thangkas in general which is why almost all deities are seated on lotus thrones. The square represents this symbolic palace or mind map, which is mentioned in the previous section. Any Mandala will always contain a principle deity it can be painted or symbolized by a lotus flower in the case of the Kalachakra Mandala...

This mandala thangka is hand painted on canvas with 24k gold. Different hues of gray,dark green ,Black and peach colors blend seamlessly with the shimmering of real gold. The measure...

A finely detailed late 20th-century Buddhist mandala thangka, stated to have been found at Tabo Monastery in Spiti, India, one of the most historically significant centres of Himalayan Buddhist art and learning. Hand-painted on canvas using gold together with traditional rock and mineral pigments, the composition is constructed around an intricate geometric mandala, with a seated Buddha occupying the central sacred space. The painting is presented within an elaborate traditional silk brocade mounting, combining rich burgundy, blue, green and gold textiles with long red hanging ribbons and a protective upper veil. The mandala is one of the most important visual structures within Himalayan Buddhist art. Conceived as both a representation of the enlightened universe and a symbolic palace, its carefully ordered geometry provides a visual framework for meditation, contemplation and ritual practice. At the centre sits the Buddha in meditation, surrounded by a radiating circular arrangement and successive architectural enclosures. The square palace structure and its directional gateways are contained within further concentric bands of ornament, creating a progression from the external world toward the sacred centre. This movement toward the central Buddha symbolically parallels the practitioner's journey from ordinary perception toward enlightened awareness. The exceptional level of miniature detailing is enhanced by the extensive use of gold, creating a luminous surface against the more restrained mineral colours. Pink, green, blue and red accents articulate the gateways, lotus motifs and architectural elements while maintaining the highly symmetrical structure characteristic of traditional mandala painting. Both a devotional object and an intricate example of Himalayan Buddhist painting, the work has considerable decorative presence when displayed in its complete textile mounting. Period: Late 20th Century Origin: Himalayan region / Spiti, India Provenance: Stated to have been found at Tabo Monastery, Spiti Subject: Buddha Mandala...

A finely executed late 20th-century Tibetan Buddhist Kalachakra Mandala, traditionally associated with Namgyal Monastery in Tibet and described as handmade by young monks. Entirely ...

A striking late 20th-century Tibetan Buddhist Gold Om Mantra Mandala, traditionally associated with Namgyal Monastery in Tibet. Entirely handmade on prepared canvas, the composition...

A finely executed late-20th-century Tibetan Buddhist thangka depicting the Medicine Buddha, Bhaisajyaguru, stated to have been found at Kee Monastery in the Spiti Valley, India. Han...