Divine Long Life Bodhisattvas | Tibetan Trinity of Healing, Protection, and Purification
Trio of the Long Life Bodhisattvas: White Tara, Amitayus, and Namgyalma | Rendered in Natural LHASA Stone Hues & 24K Gold
Representing the blessing of vitality and spiritual strength, the Long Life Bodhisattvas thangka showcases a unique representation of the sacred triad: White Tara, Amitayus Buddha, and Namgyalma. Collectively, they present an exceptional visual harmony, each celebrated for offering longevity, health, and spiritual safeguarding. This genuine Himalayan thangka painting is hand-crafted using natural Lhasa stone colors and authentic 24K gold on exquisite cotton canvas. It adheres to the traditional Karma Gadri style, recognized for its open composition, graceful lines, and delicate color tones, enabling the deities to emerge elegantly from the natural environment. The meticulous detailing and gentle landscape contribute to a harmonious and meditative quality, making this thangka both visually captivating and spiritually centering.
Unlike conventional compositions, this Long Life Bodhisattvas thangka presents White Tara on the left side, seated gracefully on a fully bloomed lotus amidst a serene natural landscape. Her calm expression, seven symbolic eyes, and varada mudra convey protection and compassion. She holds a blue utpala flower, symbolizing purity and enlightenment. At the same time, her form is adorned with fine jewelry, a silk scarf, and a five-jeweled crown, all delicately highlighted with 24K gold to emphasize her divine presence.
On the upper right side of the thangka, Amitayus Buddha, the Buddha of Infinite Life, is in serene meditation on a lotus throne atop a moon disc. He holds a kalasha, a long-life vase containing immortality's nectar. His rich red hue symbolizes life force, compassion, and longevity. Adorned with a five-jeweled crown, silk garments, and golden ornaments, Amitayus exudes calm strength and wisdom.
At the bottom right, the powerful Namgyalma appears in her multi-armed form, embodying the forceful aspect of long life and karma purification. With her three serene faces and eight hands, she performs various mudras and holds sacred items, including a double vajra, a bow, an arrow, the Amitabha Buddha, a nectar vase, and a lasso. She is surrounded by various ritual offerings, such as jewels and conch shells, painted with refined precision.
The entire composition is surrounded by a backdrop of hills, blooming flora, soft clouds, and flowing rivers, creating an ethereal sanctuary. The two-toned halos behind each deity symbolize divine energy and purity. Every aspect of this thangka has been carefully considered, making it a profound visual meditation and a meaningful addition to any sacred space. Its symbolism, elegance, and hand-painted precision offer both spiritual and aesthetic significance.
DRAWN AS MENTIONED IN THE MEDITATION MANUAL
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Size: 18"/46 cm (width) x 24"/61 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, 24K Gold, Natural Lhasa Stone Colors
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HAND-PAINTED WITH NATURAL LHASA STONE COLOR AND GENUINE 24K GOLD IN TRADITIONAL KARMA GADRI STYLE
OUR TEAM
We are a team of traditionally trained Karma Gadri artists from Boudha Stupa. Our lineage comes from Venerable Master Jamyang Phunshok, who is from Kham, Eastern Tibet.
We are focused on bringing accurate iconographic thangka, which will be helpful to your practice.
BROCADE MOUNT
We offer traditional brocade mounts upon your request. We will send available samples and pricing details for your final confirmation.
CONSECRATION OF THANGKA
As per your request for consecrations/blessings, we can take thangka to nearby monasteries/Rinpoches from Boudha Stupa. We kindly ask that you contribute $50 to the monasteries for these blessing/consecration services.
