Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka, Buddhist Traditional Painting, Tibetan Style, Real Gold, Oiled Thangka, Old Stock

SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA
The ancient Sanskrit word ‘Buddha’ means ‘having become awoken ‘ in the sense of having attained ‘supreme awareness’. It is closely related to the term ‘Bodhi’ which refers to awareness. The serene & sublime image of Gautama embodies a condition of compassionate understanding, of an awoken illuminated mind. This is a stark contrast to many Western ideas of outward pride, muscular vigor & displays of material wealth. Gautama Shakyamuni was born c.563 BCE in Lumbini which is today in Nepal. He concentrated on the cardinal Rule of Desire & its relationship to hate. This Principle pre-existed in his lifetime & is a theme common to Hinduism, Jainism & similar faiths. Desire is taken in the sense of greed, selfishness, and possessiveness which combine to obscure higher awareness & understanding, especially in context with the world around us. He was certain that the suffering of sick people, hungry people, old people & poor desperate people was caused by & had arisen through a misunderstanding & that misplaced desire & had generated this suffering.

OLD STOCK THANGKA
This Shakyamuni Buddha is our old stock collection, Experience the captivating allure of the “Timeless Splendor” thangka painting, a rare and extraordinary masterpiece that embodies the essence of ancient artistic traditions. Created approximately 15 to 20 years ago, this painting showcases the meticulous artistry and devotion of a single artist, who skillfully prepared the canvas and brought the artwork to life.
The age of this painting adds to its rarity and significance. With its creation dating back 15 to 20 years, it carries the legacy of traditional artistic techniques. Once this collection is sold, no more paintings of its kind will be produced, making it an extraordinary find for art enthusiasts and collectors.
What sets this thangka painting apart is the genuine and thick layers of gold meticulously applied by the artist. The result is a resplendent and opulent appearance that captivates the viewer’s gaze. Unlike contemporary practices where different artists handle different aspects of the painting, this unique artwork is a testament to the singular vision and talent of one artist, ensuring a harmonious and unified composition.

ABOUT OIL ANTIQUE FINISHING
The Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka, featuring an oiled antique finish, is a remarkable and captivating work of art. This thangka has undergone a finishing process that involves the application of a special varnish, resulting in an antique appearance. The intention is to create the impression that the painting has been graced by the presence of butter lamps over an extensive period.

USE OF REAL GOLD
This thangka of Shakyamuni Buddha has real gold painted on its surface along with other paints. This is an ancient process of decorating the thangka in Tibetan Buddhism, Here gold is ground into gold dust, which is then mixed with other undisclosed material to make it paintable on the canvas. this mixture is then mixed with transparent glue and painted on the thangka.

INTRODUCTION TO THANGKA
A thangka, also known as tangka, thanka, or tanka, is a vibrant and intricate Tibetan Buddhist painting that serves as a visual representation of spiritual teachings. Crafted with meticulous detail on cotton or silk appliqué, thangkas depict a wide range of subjects including Buddhist deities, sacred scenes, mandalas, and narrative stories. These sacred artworks are traditionally kept unframed and rolled up for storage, resembling ancient scrolls. To protect their delicate nature, thangkas are mounted on textile backings and often adorned with a silk cover on the front. Proper preservation in dry environments is crucial to maintain the integrity and longevity of the silk.