A Rare and Symbolic Representation of Gyalwa Gyasto | Embodiment of Compassion in Union with Ultimate Wisdom
Infused with sacred meaning and visual elegance, this Gyalwa Gyatso thangka is hand-painted on a high-quality cotton canvas using natural stone pigments and genuine 24K gold. The pigments, sourced from crushed Himalayan minerals, are blended to create rich, natural tones that truly reflect the traditional Tibetan aesthetic. Inspired by the elegant Karma Gadri style, celebrated for its open compositions and gentle landscapes, the artist carefully applies each layer with dedication and care. Gold highlights brighten the central figure’s ornaments, auras, and divine offerings, adding a warm glow of light that enriches the painting’s spiritual essence.
At the center of the thangka is Gyalwa Gyasto, the red manifestation of Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig), depicted in a symbolic embrace that signifies the union of compassion and transcendent wisdom. This form, highly esteemed in Vajrayana Buddhism, embodies all Buddhas and is venerated in advanced meditation practices for cultivating bodhicitta—the awakened heart. With multiple arms holding traditional sacred objects, he exemplifies the infinite methods by which enlightened compassion manifests to liberate sentient beings. Seated on a lotus throne beneath Amitabha Buddha, who radiates divine light from above, Gyalwa Gyasto functions as the focal point of this visual mandala.
Surrounding him are enlightened deities from the Dhyani Buddhas, including peaceful manifestations of Avalokiteshvara associated with Ratnasambhava, Amitabha, Amoghasiddhi, and Akshobhya Buddhas. These figures symbolize the beautiful transformation of negative emotions into wisdom and enlightened action. Flanking the composition are four wisdom dakinis and a lower row of five vajra goddesses, each representing the purification of the five senses. These enlightened forms create a sacred visual map of the awakened mind, making this thangka not just devotional but a tool for meditation, reflection, and spiritual insight.
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 Stone Colors
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HAND-PAINTED WITH NATURAL STONE COLOR AND GENUINE 24K GOLD IN TRADITIONAL KARMA GADRI STYLE
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.
