Spiritual Teacher Guru Rinpoche Thangka | Padmasambhava | Karma Gadri Artistry
In the traditional Karma Gadri technique, the spiritual teacher Guru Rinpoche Thangka is hand-painted on fine cotton canvas using brilliant acrylic colors and 24K gold. Gold is meticulously applied to ornaments, tools, and the halo to enhance depth and spiritual meaning, with the mineral hues emitting a gentle glow that matures over time. These traditional materials are selected to honor Guru Rinpoche's role as the supreme spiritual teacher who illuminates the path from ignorance to enlightenment, and to recognize their strength and aesthetic value.
Guru Rinpoche, also known as Padmasambhava, is revered as the Second Buddha in Tibetan Buddhism. Summoned to Tibet in the 8th century, he established Vajrayana Buddhism, conquered hostile forces, and imparted profound tantric teachings. As a master, mystic, and compassionate guide, Guru Rinpoche embodies fearless wisdom and skillful means, guiding practitioners toward liberation through insight, mantras, and meditation. In this thangka, he is shown seated on a lotus and moon disc, wearing his distinctive lotus hat, crowned with a vulture feather and a half vajra—symbols of mastery over samsara and nirvana. He holds a vajra and skull cup, with the katvanga staff resting by his shoulder, signifying his union of wisdom and compassion. His flowing robes, balanced posture, and calm yet powerful gaze reflect his enlightened state, while the expansive landscape of the Karma Gadri composition suggests spaciousness and blessings.
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, Acrylic Colors
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HAND-PAINTED WITH ACRYLIC 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 traces back to the Venerable Master Jamyang Phunshok of Kham, Eastern Tibet.
We are focused on providing accurate iconographic thangkas that will benefit 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
Monasteries/Rinpoches from the Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing/consecration services.
