Tibetan Guru Padmasambhava, Lotus-Born Master | Guru of Tibet | Spiritual Teacher | LHASA HUES
Guru Padmasambhava, the Lotus-Born Master, is revered as a tantric figure who introduced Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet. This original thangka from Enlightenment Studio is created on high-quality cotton canvas using authentic, natural Lhasa stone pigments and genuine 24K gold. The natural minerals deliver vibrant, lasting colors that add vitality and depth to the artwork. Simultaneously, the gold highlights sacred details such as the ritual objects. Following the traditional Karma Gadri style, this painting merges detailed iconography with gentle natural landscapes, creating a harmonious and spiritually inspiring composition.
Guru Padmasambhava’s importance in Tibetan Buddhism is immense, as he is believed to have subdued negative forces and established Buddhism in Tibet during the 8th century. In this thangka, he is depicted seated on a lotus throne, wearing a lotus hat adorned with a half vajra and a vulture’s feather, symbolizing mastery over both earthly and spiritual domains. His right-hand holds a five-pronged vajra, symbolizing unbreakable compassion, while his left hand holds a skull cup topped with a vase, representing the transformation of tantric practice. Encircling him are blooming flowers, created with delicate brushwork and subtle shading to reflect the calm yet powerful energy of the Lotus-Born Master.
This thangka not only functions as a meaningful spiritual object but also as an attractive decorative piece. Its vivid colors and detailed design make it a sophisticated addition to meditation spaces, personal altars, or sacred environments, enhancing the atmosphere with a sense of peace and reverence. Displaying this artwork invites blessings and spiritual protection, serving as a meaningful focal point that fosters mindfulness and devotion in any setting.
DRAWN AS MENTIONED IN THE MEDITATION MANUAL
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Size: 18"/46 cm (width) x 24"/61 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, 24K Gold, Natural Lhasa Stone Colors
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HAND-PAINTED WITH NATURAL LHASA STONE COLOR AND GENUINE 24K GOLD IN TRADITIONAL KARMA GADRI STYLE
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OUR TEAM
We are a team of traditionally trained Karma Gadri artists from Boudha Stupa. Our lineage comes from Venerable Master Jamyang Phunshok, from Kham, Eastern Tibet.
We are focused on bringing accurate iconographic thangkas, which will be helpful to your practice.
BROCADE MOUNT
We offer traditional brocade mounts upon request. For your final confirmation, we will send available samples and pricing details.
CONSECRATION OF THANGKA
As you requested for consecrations/blessings, we can take the thangka to nearby monasteries/Rinpoches from the Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing/consecration services.
