Buddhist Handmade Thangka Painting of Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara) – Real Gold, Hand Painted
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Item Code: HME26230
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Weight: 100 grams
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Dimensions (cm): 30 x 23
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Material: Cotton Canvas and Mineral Colors
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Availability: Available
Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara): Embodiment of Infinite Compassion
Chenrezig, known in Sanskrit as Avalokiteshvara, is one of the most revered bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism, symbolizing boundless compassion. He is venerated as the enlightened being who, despite attaining liberation, chooses to remain in the cycle of existence (samsara) to assist all sentient beings in achieving freedom from suffering.
According to Buddhist teachings, Chenrezig postpones his own entry into nirvana to tirelessly offer aid, guidance, and love to others. This act of supreme altruism makes him the very essence of karuṇā—compassion.
In early Buddhism, compassion was viewed as a noble virtue, but in the Mahayana tradition, it stands equal with wisdom (prajñā), forming a dual path to enlightenment. Chenrezig’s presence in this hand-painted thangka serves as a reminder that compassion is not only for monastics but a universal path for all beings, regardless of their life circumstances.
Use of Real Gold
This exquisite thangka is hand-painted with real gold, adding divine luminosity and sacred power to the figure of Chenrezig. Gold is not only a decorative enhancement but a symbol of purity, spiritual wealth, and transcendence, used in Tibetan art to elevate the spiritual vibration of the piece.
About Thangka Art
A thangka (also spelled tangka, thanka, or tanka) is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist scroll painting, intricately detailed and rich in spiritual symbolism. Painted on cotton canvas using natural mineral pigments, thangkas are highly valued as tools for meditation, visualization, and teaching.
These scrolls are traditionally kept unframed and can be rolled for storage or travel. Mounted with textile backings and often adorned with silk covers, thangkas are both spiritual icons and works of art. They require dry storage to preserve their vivid colors and delicate materials over time.
Key Features
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Hand-painted image of Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara), Bodhisattva of Compassion
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Real gold detailing for radiant, sacred expression
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Painted on cotton canvas with traditional mineral colors
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Symbolizes boundless compassion, wisdom, and spiritual service
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Ideal for meditation, sacred spaces, altars, or as a spiritual gift
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Created by skilled Himalayan artisans following centuries-old techniques
