Hand-Painted by Regong (Qinghai) Master Artist
Artist: Tserang Tashi
A classic Tibetan Buddhist theme, this Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig Thangka is a distinctive black thangka that integrates faith, art, and craftsmanship. 100% hand-painted, it serves as an elegant wall decor, a sacred centerpiece for home altars (ideal for spiritual practice and emotional solace), and a vessel for conveying the sacred, mysterious essence of Tibetan Buddhist art.
Specifications
✅ Uniqueness: One-of-a-kind original artwork – no duplicates exist
✅ Size: 67cm × 100cm (subject to actual product)
✅ Production Time: Varies by craftsmanship complexity and size. For precise timelines, please contact us via email for details.
✅ Technique: Painted in traditional Tibetan meticulous heavy-color style, strictly adhering to proportions specified in the Buddhist Iconometric Sutras. Set against a black base, the central deity takes prominence, with attendant figures, golden patterns, and colored ornaments arranged in order – creating a solemn, sacred, and deeply mysterious spiritual aura.
✅ Pigments: 100% natural mineral and plant-based (including saffron, azurite, gold powder), blended with ox bile and animal glue. The black base is crafted from specially formulated mineral pigments, creating a striking contrast with golden and colored details. These pigments resist fading for centuries, embodying the Tibetan Buddhist artistic philosophy of "upholding faith through quality materials."
✅ Canvas: Traditional Tibetan cotton fabric, crafted through gluing, powdering, and repeated sanding
✅ Framing Options:
• Traditional Tibetan gold-thread brocade mounting: Highlights religious solemnity
• Modern solid wood frame: Offers minimalist eleganceBoth options feature exquisite craftsmanship to preserve the artwork’s legacy and enhance its luxurious, sacred aura.
✅ Origin & Craft: Hand-painted in Regong, Qinghai
About Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig Buddha (Black-Gold Thangka) Art
1. Iconography & Deity Identities
Central Deity: Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig – Ultimate Symbol of Compassion & Protection
As the core embodiment of compassion and omnipotence in Tibetan Buddhism, his iconography strictly follows the Buddhist Iconometric Sutras. The black base with golden accents amplifies its sacredness and mystery, with every detail carrying profound meaning:
• Complexion & Form: Dignified complexion, with thousands of arms and eyes arranged in intricate yet orderly layers – symbolizing Chenrezig’s infinite means to protect beings and perceive all joys and sufferings in the world. His proportions align with religious iconographic rules, radiating compassion and solemnity.
• Mudras & Held Objects: Multiple arms form various mudras (spiritual gestures) and hold sacred objects (e.g., lotus, Dharma wheel). Each arm and eye represents a unique compassionate power, signifying Chenrezig’s ability to fulfill all wishes and alleviate suffering.
• Head Layers & Appearance: Multiple tiers of heads symbolize the progressive perfection of Chenrezig’s compassionate vows and wisdom. His gentle, compassionate facial expression and smooth, delicate robe lines (accentuated by the black base) perfectly embody the Bodhisattva’s sacred role: "protecting all beings through boundless compassion and illuminating ignorance through wisdom."
Upper Attendants: Buddhas
Buddha statues above the central deity represent the transmission of Buddhist teachings, symbolizing "Chenrezig’s compassion originates from the Buddha’s Dharma" – establishing the doctrinal foundation of the Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig faith.
• Left Above: Sakyamuni Buddha (dignified appearance, holding mudras and sacred objects – symbolizing the transmission of Buddhist Dharma).
• Center Above: Amitabha Buddha (symbolizing infinite light and longevity – providing doctrinal support for the faith).
• Right Above: Vairocana Buddha (yellow complexion, hands forming the Dharma-realm mudra – symbolizing the perfection of universal truth and ultimate enlightenment, representing the highest state of the Dharma Body Buddha).
Other Attendants & Decorations
• Lower Dharma Protectors & Bodhisattvas: Surrounding Dharma protectors and Bodhisattvas (some majestic, some compassionate) echo and protect the central deity, symbolizing "guarding the true Dharma and overcoming afflictions" – guiding the spiritual path.
￮ Left Below: Manjushri Bodhisattva (holding a wisdom sword and scriptures – symbolizing the awakening of wisdom, guiding the spiritual journey).
￮ Center Below: Yellow Dzambala Buddha (golden complexion, holding a wish-fulfilling jewel – symbolizing attracting wealth and blessings).
￮ Right Below: Vajrapani Bodhisattva (blue complexion, holding a vajra杵, wrathful expression – symbolizing overcoming afflictions and guarding the Dharma, a representation of power and protection).
• Surrounding Decorations: Flowers, scrollwork, and golden cloud motifs adorn the scene. Vibrant colors and shimmering golden patterns (set against the black base) enrich the composition with a mysterious, luxurious beauty, adding vitality and sacredness to the solemn spiritual scene.
2. Cultural Connotations & Artistic Value
Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig is the core symbol of "compassionate protection and fulfilling good wishes" in Tibetan Buddhism. The creation of this black thangka theme stems from devotees’ sincere aspirations to "escape suffering, receive protection, and awaken wisdom."
As the Bodhisattva governing "compassionate protection, alleviating suffering, and fulfilling beings’ wishes," his spiritual essence lies in safeguarding sentient beings through boundless compassionate vows. By practicing faith in him, devotees not only receive physical and mental comfort and protection from disasters and hardships but also cultivate compassion and practice virtue in the process – achieving the perfect state of "afflictions fade with a compassionate heart; wisdom and blessings grow with virtuous actions."
Artistically, this black thangka is a masterpiece of Regong Thangka art. Renowned for "rich colors on black base, shimmering gold accents, exquisite craftsmanship, and profound spiritual meaning," Regong black thangka seamlessly integrates symbolic faith, meticulous techniques, and natural materials:
• Layers of mineral pigments (especially the black base and golden details) embody devout prayers for "compassionate protection and ultimate liberation."
• Every delicate brushstroke showcases the Regong artist’s extraordinary craftsmanship and reverence for faith – transforming Chenrezig’s compassionate vows into a tangible fusion of art and spirituality.
