Immerse your space in the boundless compassion of Tibetan Buddhism with this hand-painted Blue Thangka of 4-Armed Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara), the revered "Bodhisattva of Compassion" and patron deity of Tibet.
Crafted in the tradition of Tibet’s iconic Menri School (one of the three great Thangka painting lineages), this piece is far more than decor—it’s a visual scripture, a meditation aid, and a vessel of sacred symbolism.
At the heart of this Thangka sits Chenrezig in serene sambhogakaya form (the "bliss body" of enlightenment), every detail steeped in Tibetan Buddhist philosophy:
-
White Luminous Body: Symbolizes innate purity (free from suffering and ignorance).
-
Four Arms: Embody the fourfold compassion of Chenrezig:
-
Hands Clasped (Holding Cintāmaṇi Jewel): Unity of wisdom & compassion; the jewel grants all virtuous wishes.
-
Right Hand (Holding Crystal Rosary): Unceasing dedication to liberating beings from samsara.
-
Left Hand (Holding White Lotus): Purity of spirit (unchanged by worldly troubles).
-
Double Lotus Throne: Represents transcendence of suffering; the moon disc beneath symbolizes calm, unshakable dharma nature.
-
Five Dhyani Buddha Crown: Channels the wisdom of all enlightened beings.
This is a Blue Thangka—a rare, revered style distinguished by its deep, vibrant lapis lazuli (lazurite) background (mined from Himalayan deposits, hand-ground for richness). Every stroke reflects the "art as devotion" ethos of Tibetan artisans:
-
Mineral Pigments: All colors (crimson 朱砂，white chalk, indigo 石青) are natural, ensuring centuries of fade-resistant vibrancy (just like ancient temple Thangkas).
-
Convex Gold Linework: 24K gold powder (mixed with yak glue & bile) is layered to create raised, luminous patterns on jewelry, robes, and lotus petals—symbolizing enlightened wisdom and requiring months of meditative focus to execute.
-
Menri School Precision: Strict adherence to Iconometric Canon (Tibetan art’s sacred proportion rules) ensures the deity’s form is a perfect vessel for spiritual connection.
In Tibetan Buddhism:
- Chenrezig is the protector of Tibet (the Dalai Lama is believed to be his incarnation).
- This Thangka functions as a meditation altar focal point: Gazing at Chenrezig’s serene face cultivates compassion (karuna) and reminds practitioners of their own innate purity.
- It’s a cultural heirloom: Blue Thangkas are prized for their rarity and role in preserving Tibet’s artistic & spiritual heritage.
-
Medium: Hand-painted on cotton canvas (treated with traditional glue-gesso base).
-
Size: [Add your product size, e.g., 40x60cm / 16x24in]
-
Packaging: Rolled in acid-free paper, secured in a sturdy tube (to protect the artwork).
-
Note: Each Thangka is unique—minor variations in brushwork reflect the artisan’s individual hand (a mark of authentic handcraft).
#TibetanThangka #4ArmedChenrezig #Avalokiteshvara #BuddhistArt #SacredArt #HandPaintedThangka #BlueThangka #MenriSchool #SpiritualDecor #AltarArt #TibetanBuddhism #MeditationArt
