Mahabodhisattva Manjushri Thangka | Hand-Painted Sacred Wisdom Deity Art
The Mahabodhisattva Manjushri thangka is an example of Himalayan devotional art, hand-painted on high-quality cotton canvas with vivid acrylic paints and 24K gold details. The cotton base allows for precise layering and easy pigment absorption, producing vibrant color fields typical of traditional thangka art. Vivid acrylics are used to emphasize the floral background and celestial aura with remarkable clarity. Representing the light of wisdom that drives away the darkness of ignorance. Every brushstroke adheres to strict proportions and sacred principles from Vajrayana Buddhist iconography, thereby safeguarding the meditation's sanctity.
Manjushri, the Mahabodhisattva of Supreme Wisdom, is a key figure in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He is shown seated dominantly on a lotus throne supported by a white snow lion with a fierce gaze and dynamic stance, symbolizing courage and truth. His right hand holds the flaming sword of wisdom above his head, destroying ignorance and mental obscuration. His left hand holds a fully bloomed utpala lotus with the Prajnaparamita Sutra, symbolizing the culmination of Mahayana teachings and wisdom. His youthful, golden-hued appearance symbolizes the freshness of genuine insight. This thangka promotes contemplation, clarity, and the pursuit of truth, serving as a meditation aid, teaching tool, and spiritual inspiration.
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Size: 39"/ 99 cm (width) x 48"/ 122 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE BY A NEPALI ARTIST, AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH
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.
