Japanese Buddha Thangka
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Description
Japanese Buddha Thangkas are an ancient form of Buddhist artwork, with a history stretching back centuries. The term "Thangka" derives from the Tibetan language, indicating a painted or embroidered scroll with scenes of Buddhas, mandalas, and other symbols. These artworks may be used to aid meditation or to help with spiritual practice, and are found in both Tibetan and Japanese Buddhism. Intricately crafted, these items bring a sense of history to any collection.
Boasting intricate details, Japanese Buddha Thangkas make an aesthetic addition to any home. Featuring Buddhist symbols and imagery, these pieces typically depict Shakyamuni Buddha in a seated position, draped in robes and a halo. These works of art actively remind those of their mission, while highlighting virtues of serenity, wisdom, and righteousness. This Thangka is a great way to honor religious traditions and celebrate cultural values, while also providing a meditative reminder of one's purpose.
Product Specification:
- Hand Painted
- Materials: Semi-Precious Natural Minerals
- Base: Cotton Canvas
- Origination: Nepal
These Thangkas symbolize Japanese Buddhist customs and serve as ritual objects and meditative aids. Used in places of worship, monasteries, and altars, they are held in high esteem as symbols of Buddhist teachings and figures of enlightenment. Their aesthetic beauty and intricate details help to remind those of the shared values and rituals of the spiritual tradition, making them a perfect addition to any home.
Hand Embroidery Brocade
Want to add a Brocade to your beautiful Thangka Painting? Traditional Style Brocade has been one of the most popular form of mounting as it has a greater religious merit.
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100% Cotton Canvas
Preparing the Cotton canvas before starting to paint a Thangka. This process includes washing, drying, stretching, sizing and everything needed to make a perfect base for the thangka to last for centuries.
Natural Minerals
Thangka Paintings are painted using the natural minerals. These are firstly grind into the powder form and then used in the thangka as a paint.