The Timeless Power of Vajrayogini Dakini of Transformation | Kadampa Style Painting of Fierce Wisdom
Made with devotion and mastery, the Vajrayogini, Dakini of Transformation, thangka is meticulously hand-painted on fine cotton canvas using natural stone colors and adorned with genuine 24K gold. Created in the traditional Kadampa style—known for its precision, balance, and vibrant iconography—this painting exudes both artistic elegance and deep spiritual meaning. The natural mineral pigments provide rich, incomparable colors, while the gilded accents shimmer with divine brilliance. Together, they bring the thangka to life with sacred energy and timeless beauty.
Vajrayogini, revered across Vajrayana traditions, is celebrated as the ultimate female deity of tantric Buddhism, embodying supreme wisdom and fearless compassion. Known as the Dakini of Transformation, she beautifully symbolizes the union of bliss and emptiness, gently guiding practitioners toward liberation through direct realization. Her fiery red appearance radiates energy of transformation, and her lively posture, along with her fierce yet caring expression, reflects her fearless power to dissolve ignorance and ego. For many centuries, Vajrayogini has been revered as the secret essence of all female Buddhas, with her practice regarded as a swift and decisive path to enlightenment.
This beautiful thangka depicts Vajrayogini in her vibrant red form, surrounded by a glowing halo of fire that represents her powerful transformative energy. She stands gracefully on a lotus and sun disc, gently subduing figures beneath her feet that symbolize ego and illusion. Her bone ornaments, crown, and garland of severed heads remind us of impermanence and encourage us to transcend worldly attachments. The curved knife she holds cuts through ignorance with a sense of clarity, while the skull cup in her left hand offers the nectar of awakened wisdom.
Around her, an exquisitely detailed throne with intricate patterns, jeweled designs, and protective deities carved into the arch adds richness, all beautifully accented with 24K gold. The top of the painting features celestial beings and guardians. At the same time, the lower part is adorned with lotus motifs and symbols, striking a balance between fierce power and the sacred elegance of the Kadampa style. This artwork is a visual masterpiece with deep spiritual symbolism, inspiring reflection and devotion.
DRAWN AS MENTIONED IN THE MEDITATION MANUAL
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Size: 6"/15 cm (width) x 14"/36 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 KADAMPA 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 committed to 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
As you requested 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.
