Vintage King Dharmapala Namtose Thangka
Introduction To The Thangka :
This particular thangka falls under the category of 𝐎𝐋𝐃 𝐓𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐊𝐀𝐒 which is a Collection that consists of Deity and mandala paintings dating back to early 1980s. The collection falling in this category is one of a kind and cannot be found elsewhere.
This particular thangka has a very pleasant energy around it. The use of soft colors on the background helps highlight the wealthy deity who is majestically sitting on a lion throne with all the regal ornaments and garments.
This painting will be a perfect addition to your shrine room or your place of business.
Namtose or Vaisravana is the King of all the wealth Yakshas. He is also known as Vaishravana a worldly guardian worshipped as both a protector and benefactor. He lives on the north side of the lower slopes of Mount Meru in the Heaven of the Four Great Kings. As the leader of the Four Direction Guardians, he like the others swore an oath of protection before the buddha Shakyamuni to support and protect all who follow the path the Buddha Taught.
How to take care of your thangka?
-Hang your thangka in a traditional silk brocade
-Regular Inspection of your thangka; examine the borders and all attachments.
-Keep thangkas covered when they are on display but not in use.
-Rotate thangkas between display and storage on a regular basis, two to four times a year, to reduce the amount of exposure to light. Keep away from sunlight and humidity.
-Do not apply liquids or other materials to the surface of the thangka.
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Size:20"/ 51 cm (width) x 27"/ 69 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH
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How does Thangka benefit us?
It goes without saying that every detail of a painting has a symbolic meaning. Regardless of your religious affiliation, a thangka can help you on your path to enlightenment, whether you practice Buddhism or have other religious convictions. Thangkas are paintings that depict deities with various iconographic elements and symbolism that encourage meditation on the teachings of the god they depict. Any thangka is intended to aid in the removal of the film of ignorance, which is a significant barrier to the road to enlightenment. The Thangka is revered as a holy item. They promote positivity, spread Buddhism's teachings, bring about peace, harmony, and oneness, and dispel any negative energy that may be there.
