Buddha Thangka Art
Hand-Painted by Rebkong (Qinghai) Master Artist
Artist: Tserang Tashi
A classic Tibetan Buddhist theme, this Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig Thangka integrates faith, art, and craftsmanship. 100% hand-painted, it serves as a solemn wall decor to radiate a sacred aura, a sacred centerpiece for home altars to invoke compassionate protection and fulfill wishes, and a vessel for channeling the compassion and wisdom energy of Tibetan Buddhism—seamlessly blending sacred symbolism with artistic value.
Specifications
✅ Uniqueness: One-of-a-kind original artwork – no duplicates exist
✅ Size: 60cm × 84cm (subject to actual product)
✅ Technique: Painted in traditional Tibetan meticulous heavy-color style, strictly adhering to proportions specified in the Buddhist Iconometric Sutras. The composition centers the main deity surrounded by attendants, adorned with flower and cloud motifs – intricate yet orderly, creating a sacred aura of "boundless compassion and infinite wisdom."
✅ Pigments: 100% natural mineral and plant-based (including turquoise, saffron, gold powder), blended with ox bile and animal glue. 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 Rebkong, Qinghai
About Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig Thangka Art
1. Iconography & Deity Identities
Central Deity: Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig – Ultimate Symbol of Compassion & Wisdom
As the core embodiment of compassion and wisdom in Tibetan Buddhism, his iconography strictly follows the Buddhist Iconometric Sutras, with every detail carrying profound meanings of compassion and wisdom:
• Posture: Standing atop a lotus throne, his figure exudes sacred solemnity. Multiple Buddhas manifest on his head, symbolizing the complete blessings of compassion and wisdom from all Buddhas – representing Chenrezig’s highest state of "compassion and wisdom united."
• Thousand Arms & Eyes: Thousands of arms hold various sacred objects; each arm and eye symbolizes the observation and protection of beings suffering different hardships, signifying the ability to fulfill all good wishes and alleviate all pain. Hands pressed together in prayer at the chest represent the perfect fusion of compassion and wisdom – the core symbol of Chenrezig’s "compassion-wisdom duality."
• Adornments & Robe: Wears a jewel crown inlaid with precious gems, symbolizing the perfection of compassionate and wise vows. Draped in flowing celestial robes, adorned with jewel necklaces and ornaments, he radiates luxurious solemnity – perfectly embodying the sacred role of Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig: "saving beings through compassion and enlightening truth through wisdom."
• Facial Expression: Gentle and compassionate, with eyes filled with mercy – reflecting deep care for all beings, inspiring devotion and trust.
Attendant Deities
• Left Below: Manjushri Bodhisattva: Bright yellow body, holding a wisdom sword. Governs wisdom awakening and compassionate protection, serving as Chenrezig’s wisdom attendant – symbolizing the perfection of "compassion and wisdom united."
• Right Below: Wrathful Dharma Protector: Deep blue body, surrounded by flames. Governs subduing demons and safeguarding the true Dharma, serving as Chenrezig’s protective attendant – symbolizing the perfection of "compassionate protection and overcoming obstacles."
Other Background Elements
• Flowers & Auspicious Clouds: Abundant vibrant flowers and dynamic cloud motifs adorn the scene. Flowers symbolize the beauty of compassion and wisdom; clouds represent the far-reaching power of compassion and wisdom, protecting beings from suffering and bringing peace. These elements also highlight the Thangka’s artistic feature of "depicting the panorama of compassion and wisdom through colors."
2. Cultural Connotations & Legends
Thousand-Armed Thousand-Eyed Chenrezig is the core symbol of compassionate protection and wisdom awakening in Tibetan Buddhism. The creation of this Thangka theme stems from devotees’ sincere aspirations to "receive compassionate protection, ignite the lamp of wisdom, and fulfill all good wishes."
As the sacred deity governing "compassionate protection, wisdom awakening, and fulfilling beings’ wishes," his spiritual essence lies in safeguarding beings through compassionate, wise vows. By praying and practicing according to his teachings, devotees not only receive blessings of compassion and wisdom, staying away from suffering and ignorance but also cultivate compassion and awaken wisdom in practice – achieving the perfect state of "fulfilled vows through boundless compassion, clarified truth through awakened wisdom."
Artistically, this work is a masterpiece of Rebkong Thangka focusing on compassion and wisdom. Renowned for "vibrant colors, exquisite craftsmanship, and profound meaning," Rebkong Thangka integrates faith, technique, and materials seamlessly: layers of mineral pigments embody prayers for "complete compassion and wisdom," while delicate brushwork reflects the artist’s dedication and reverence for faith – transforming Chenrezig’s vows into a tangible fusion of art and spirituality.
