Tibet - 20th century

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Tibetian thangka on canvas hand-painted with pigments, dating to the 20th century, depicting the Bhavachakra (Wheel of Life) held by Yama, with a central Buddha mandala and two peaceful masters in the upper corners, measuring 75 cm by 55 cm and in good condition from a private collection.

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For sale is a color-rich and expressive Tibetan thangka painting that depicts the iconic motif of the Bhavachakra (Wheel of Life / Wheel of Rebirth). The circular mandala is held by the claws and fangs of the wrathful death god Yama, who symbolizes the law of karma and the cycle of samsara (rebirth). Yama wears a traditional crown of five flaming skulls and possesses the open third eye of wisdom.
Inside, in the inner square palace (mandala), sits a central Buddha figure in meditation, surrounded by a circle of other Buddhas or Bodhisattvas. In the two upper corners, nestled among cloud formations, are two peaceful Buddhist masters or deities.
The painting was hand-painted with pigments on canvas.

For sale is a color-rich and expressive Tibetan thangka painting that depicts the iconic motif of the Bhavachakra (Wheel of Life / Wheel of Rebirth). The circular mandala is held by the claws and fangs of the wrathful death god Yama, who symbolizes the law of karma and the cycle of samsara (rebirth). Yama wears a traditional crown of five flaming skulls and possesses the open third eye of wisdom.
Inside, in the inner square palace (mandala), sits a central Buddha figure in meditation, surrounded by a circle of other Buddhas or Bodhisattvas. In the two upper corners, nestled among cloud formations, are two peaceful Buddhist masters or deities.
The painting was hand-painted with pigments on canvas.

Details

Dynastic Style/Period
20th century
Country of Origin
Tibet
Height
75 cm
Width
55 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
AustriaVerified
Private

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