Buddhist Handmade Thangka Painting Of Kalachakra Mandala, Hand-Painted
▫ Item Code: HME25529
▫ Weight: 100 grams
▫ Size: 39 x 39 cm (15.5 x 15.5 inches)
▫ Material: Cotton Canvas & Mineral Colors
▫ Availability: Available
Kalachakra Mandala: Introduction
The Kalachakra Mandala, meaning “Wheel of Time”, is a profound symbol in Tibetan Buddhism, representing universal harmony, wisdom, and spiritual enlightenment. The Tibetan term for mandala, “kilkhor”, translates to “center of the circle with exterior walls and the surrounding environment.”
Mandalas are traditionally created using precious jewels, flowers, dyed rice, colored stones, or sand. Among these, sand mandalas are considered the most sacred due to the ritual precision and blessings involved in their creation. Each grain of sand is charged with spiritual energy, making the entire mandala a powerful tool for meditation and transformation.
Introduction to Thangka
A thangka (also spelled tangka, thanka, or tanka) is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist painting, meticulously hand-painted on cotton canvas using natural mineral pigments. These sacred artworks depict Buddhist deities, mandalas, and religious symbols, serving as visual guides for meditation and spiritual practice.
Thangkas are unique as they are unframed and designed to be rolled for storage, resembling ancient scrolls. They are traditionally mounted on silk brocade backings with a protective silk cover. To ensure their longevity, proper storage in a dry environment is essential.
