Achi Chokyi Drolma Artwork | Guardian Deity | Removal of Obstacles

Authentic Achi Chokyi Drolma Artwork | Vajravarahi and Karmapa Thangka

Achi Chokyi Drolma Artwork is hand-painted by skilled artists in the Kathmandu Valley using traditional Himalayan painting techniques. The artwork is painted on a handmade cotton canvas that has been meticulously prepared to offer a stable and smooth surface for intricate brushwork and religious iconography. Layers of vivid acrylic color give Achi Chokyi Drolma's sympathetic expression, symbolic qualities, and complex surroundings depth, clarity, and richness. To accentuate the religious ornaments and significant elements, genuine 24K gold is carefully applied, giving the composition a brilliant character. In addition to honoring Achi Chokyi Drolma's duty as a Dharma protector, signifying wisdom, compassion, and the elimination of impediments, the combination of handmade canvas, carefully chosen pigments, and gold detailing shows the artistry of Nepalese thangka production.

Achi Chokyi Drolma is a powerful deity in Tibetan Buddhism who is revered for her fierce protection and power to surmount challenges. She is often depicted riding a blue horse, surrounded by flames. Thus, she represents the mighty power of wisdom and compassion. Achi Chokyi Drolma is a deity who protects all those who practice Buddhism from harm, fear, and hindrances. The depiction of the deity, which is fierce and dynamic in appearance, represents the power of eliminating negativities and guiding all beings to liberation. Above Achi Chokyi Drolma is Vajravarahi (Dorje Phagmo), a powerful tantric dakini representing the transformation of ignorance and attachment into enlightened wisdom. The profound Vajrayana teachings of inner knowledge, fearless awareness, and emancipation from ordinary perception are reflected in her presence.  Karmapa, the spiritual leader of the Karma Kagyu lineage, is portrayed at the top, signifying the generational transfer of Buddhist wisdom and the continuation of enlightened teachings. These revered individuals come together to form a potent lineage composition that represents wisdom, compassion, protection, and the unbroken flow of Vajrayana teachings.

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, Acrylic Colors
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE BY A NEPALI ARTIST, AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH

CONSECRATION OF THANGKA

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

This inspiring thangka would be an excellent gift for a Buddhist practitioner like you!