Himalayan Art of Guru Rinpoche | The Lotus-Born Teacher of Tibetan Buddhism
The Himalayan art of Guru Rinpoche is intricately linked to the spiritual legacies of Tibetan Buddhism. This hand-painted thangka beautifully reflects that sacred heritage, made using natural stone colors on cotton canvas. It depicts Padmasambhava, the Lotus-Born Master, featuring delicate brushwork and graceful lines. Following the Karma Gadri style, it incorporates bright mineral pigments and a gentle canvas texture. Although small in size, this thangka carries profound spiritual meaning, symbolizing protection, wisdom, and devotion to one of the most esteemed teachers in Tibetan Buddhism.
Guru Rinpoche, a renowned tantric master, seated on a lotus seat, symbolizing his enlightened nature and wisdom. His distinctive lotus hat, crowned with a half vajra and vulture's feather. He holds a five-pronged vajra in his right hand while he holds a skull cup containing immortality nectar in his left. The katvanga staff, resting against his shoulder, signifies his mastery over esoteric teachings and connection to Vajrayana Buddhism.
DRAWN AS MENTIONED IN THE MEDITATION MANUAL
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Size: 6.5"/17 cm (width) x 9"/23 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, who is from Kham, Eastern Tibet.
We are focused on bringing accurate iconographic thangka, which will be helpful to your practice.
BROCADE MOUNT
We offer traditional brocade mounts upon your request. We will send available samples and pricing details for your final confirmation.
CONSECRATION OF THANGKA
As per your request for consecrations/blessings, we can take thangka to nearby monasteries/Rinpoches from Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing/consecration services.
