Shakya Mahakala Artwork | The Fierce Protector Deity of Tibetan Buddhism

Shakya Mahakala Artwork | Guardian of Spiritual Strength and Fierce Compassion

This powerful Shakya Mahakala artwork depicts the furious protector deity in his recognizable dark blue form, encircled by blazing flames that symbolize the cleansing of evil energies. This thangka was hand-painted on cotton canvas with acrylic colors to depict the deity's ferocious and protective aura. The artwork is further enhanced with genuine 24K gold accents, which lend a heavenly luster to the intricate details. The thangka is handmade in the traditional style by a skilled Nepali artist, providing the highest level of quality. Brilliant colors and intricate details symbolize the deity's purity, creating a striking spiritual painting. The materials ensure lasting visual impact, preserving the artwork for years.

Shakya Mahakala sits in a dynamic pose, expressing a sense of protection and fearlessness. With his two powerful arms, he holds the Kartika knife in his right hand, which symbolizes the severing of ego and spiritual barriers, and the skull cup in his left, which represents the transformation of wishes. Mahakala's flaming force, surrounded by a halo of flames, represents the burning away of negativity, clearing the way for wisdom and enlightenment. His terrifying expression, complete with three eyes and a crown adorned with skulls, further emphasizes his role as a defender of the Dharma, fiercely protecting practitioners from the forces that would interfere with their spiritual growth.

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Size: 14.5"/ 37 cm (width) x 20"/ 51 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE BY A NEPALI ARTIST, AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH

BROCADE MOUNT
We offer traditional brocade mounts upon request. For your final confirmation, we will send available samples and pricing details.

CONSECRATION OF THANGKA
As per your request for consecrations/blessings, we can take the thangka to nearby monasteries/Rinpoches from the Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing/consecration services.