Oil-Varnished Stupa Mandala: The elaborate and distinctive Tibetan Buddhist artwork known as the oil-varnished stupa mandala depicts the Buddha's enlightened realm. Usually formed of wood, the mandala is meticulously painted and embellished with gold leaf, precious stones, and elaborate motifs. A three-dimensional stupa, a traditional Buddhist structure that represents the Buddha's enlightenment, serves as the mandala's main focal point. The wood is coated with several layers of oil varnish, a form of resin, to give it a glossy and long-lasting finish, in a labor-intensive technique used to build the stupa mandala. A smooth, even surface that is perfect for painting and decorating is produced by carefully applying the varnish and allowing each layer to dry before continuing. ------------------------------------------------------------------ Size: 14"/ 36 cm (width) x 21"/ 53cm (height) Materials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold ------------------------------------------------------------------ THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH
------------------------------------------------------------------ Framing: -Not mounted on a traditional brocade -Tibetan Silk brocade is available in a variety of colors and quality -Additional 3 business days for this service ------------------------------------------------------------------
