Old, Buddhist Handmade Thangka of Manjushri – Hand Painted, Real Gold
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Item Code: HME26198
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Weight: 100 grams
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Dimensions (cm): 29 x 24.5
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Material: Cotton Canvas and Mineral Colors with Real Gold
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Availability: Available
Manjushri: Embodiment of Enlightened Wisdom
Manjushri, whose name in Sanskrit translates to “Gentle Glory,” is revered in Mahayana Buddhism as the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, Eloquence, and Dharma Mastery. His radiant presence symbolizes the cutting through of ignorance with the sword of wisdom, and his image is often invoked to cultivate clarity, insight, and refined spiritual intelligence. Manjushri teaches the path of the bodhisattva, guiding practitioners with profound compassion and wisdom.
A Rare Collector’s Masterpiece: Old Stock Thangka (15–20 Years Old)
This exquisite Manjushri Thangka is part of a rare old-stock collection, created by a single master artist approximately 15 to 20 years ago. Unlike contemporary thangkas, which are often produced in segmented stages by multiple artists, this piece reflects the cohesive vision and skill of one individual, ensuring a harmonious and deeply intentional composition.
With no future reproductions planned, this thangka is truly one-of-a-kind. Its age, craftsmanship, and devotional precision elevate it beyond decorative art into the realm of spiritual heritage and collectible legacy.
Authentic Use of Real Gold
One of the most remarkable features of this thangka is the generous application of real gold. The artist ground natural gold into fine dust, which was blended with a secret traditional binder to create a lustrous, paintable medium. This labor-intensive technique, rooted in Tibetan Buddhist ritual art, imbues the thangka with radiance, depth, and sacred significance.
The result is a resplendent golden surface that catches and reflects light in a way no synthetic pigment can, making the thangka both spiritually powerful and visually stunning.
Introduction to Thangka Art
A thangka is a sacred Tibetan scroll painting, created as a meditative aid and spiritual teaching tool. It is traditionally rendered on cotton canvas using natural mineral pigments and, in this case, real gold. Thangkas typically depict deities, mandalas, or sacred narratives, and are unframed, allowing them to be rolled and preserved like ancient manuscripts.
To ensure their preservation, thangkas are often mounted on rich silk brocade and stored in dry environments. They are revered not just as artworks, but as instruments of devotion and blessings, making them cherished in both personal and monastic shrines.
Key Features
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Hand-painted using mineral colors and real gold
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Crafted 15–20 years ago by a single master artist
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Rare, limited-edition collectible with no future reproductions
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Represents Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom
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A spiritual and aesthetic centerpiece for home, shrine, or gallery display
