Thangka Painting of Green Tara
Item Code: HME23416
Weight: 100 Grams
Dimensions: 54 x 40 cm (Approx. 21 x 15.5 inches)
Material: Cotton Canvas with Natural Color
Availability: Available
Green Tara (Samaya Tara): Overview
Green Tara, revered as Samaya Tara, embodies compassion and swift action, offering assistance to those in need.
- Posture and Appearance:
- Seated in royal ease posture, symbolizing readiness to help.
- Left leg bent with her foot resting on a blue lotus, signifying her willingness to act.
- Adorned in maroon Buddhist robes and ornamental jewelry, representing spiritual and worldly balance.
- Symbolism:
- Earrings: Patience, understanding, and renunciation.
- Diadem with five jewels: Transformation of five delusions into the Five Buddha Wisdoms.
- White moon disk: Restorative nectar linked to the naval chakra for balance and wisdom.
- Varada Mudra: Her right hand gestures to bestow blessings and grant boons.
Green Tara is a benevolent figure embodying the union of wisdom and compassion, leading to spiritual enlightenment.
Thangka: A Sacred Art Form
A thangka is a traditional Tibetan Buddhist painting, meticulously crafted to represent spiritual teachings and deities.
- Materials and Craftsmanship:
- Created on cotton canvas with natural pigments for vibrant and enduring colors.
- Depicts Buddhist deities, mandalas, and sacred narratives with intricate detail.
- Unique Features:
- Mounted on textile backings for protection and adorned with a silk cover.
- Traditionally unframed and rolled up, preserving its delicate structure.
- Cultural Significance:
- Serves as a meditative aid, fostering a connection to the divine.
- Symbolizes the harmony of artistic skill and spiritual devotion.
Preservation Tips
- Store in a dry environment to protect the silk and canvas.
- Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or humidity to maintain the painting’s vibrancy and integrity.
This Green Tara Thangka Painting is a masterpiece of sacred artistry, blending spiritual depth and artistic beauty. Perfect for personal devotion, meditation, or as an exquisite addition to a collection.
