Wheel of Life Thangka, Good Quality, Buddhist Traditional Painting, Tibetan Style

WHEEL OF LIFE
The Wheel of Life, also known as Bhavachakra in Buddhism, is a symbolic representation of the cyclic nature of existence. It depicts the interconnectedness of life’s various realms, encompassing birth, aging, sickness, death, and rebirth. At the center of the wheel, the three poisons of ignorance, attachment, and aversion are depicted, which perpetuate the cycle of suffering. The outer rim of the wheel portrays six realms, including the heavenly, human, animal, hungry ghost, hell, and god realms, illustrating the different states one can be reborn into based on their actions and karma. The Wheel of Life serves as a visual reminder of the Buddhist teachings on impermanence, suffering, and the path to liberation, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from the cycle of existence through mindfulness, ethical conduct, and wisdom.

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.