Thangka Mandala

23/05/2024

Happy Buddha Jayanti !

Today's full moon marks the auspicious day of Buddha Jayanti. Celebrated in Nepal as the day that Buddha was born in Lumbini 🇳🇵

05/03/2020

The 6 armed Mahakala is considered to be one of the most important protectors of the Buddhist doctrine. Said to be the irritated form of the Buddha of Compassion he is here to help all sentient life to overcome misery and suffering.

This style of Thangka is usually used to depict protectors. What we mean by "style" here is the use of Black and Gold to paint a majority of the Thangka. This requires much skill and experience as using gold leaf paint is both expensive and allows little margin for error.

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06/02/2020

Displayed in our exhibition at Bodhi Fisioterapia in Javea back in 2018 this unique painting of the Green Tara blends both traditional and modern styles and techniques. Commonly known as Pauba Art this unique style of painting originated in Kathmandu and at this time there are few who master this style of painting.

The Green Tara is usually depicted in the "half-lotus" sitting position. was makes Pauba so unique is the freedom and liberties the artist can take when expressing himself. Contrary to Thangka Art where perfection is the goal.

We are slowly gathering our Paubas to make them available for sale online. Please check out our new updated website and give us your feedback !

03/02/2020

Maitreya is more often than not painted as a Bodhisattva. This beautiful interpretation uniquely shows him painted as a Buddha which is also accepted. Believed to be the Buddha of the future he will descend when the Buddha Shakyamuni teachings are forgotten.

He is one of the few Buddhas that is painted in the so called seated position, much like when we sit on a chair. This is done to represent that he is ready and able to come to help if and when he is called upon !

We have many more Thangkas and Mandalas, please take the time to check out our website for more beautiful thangkas and more information !

https://www.thangka-mandala.com/

01/02/2020

The Green Tara is one of the most sought out deities, closely linked to the history of both Tibet and Nepal. Although more recent Thangkas will picture her with a compassionate glaze - the powerful stare seen in this picture remains the correct iconography.

Believed to be swift to come to the aid of those who seek her, much like a mother coming to the aid of her child. The powerful eyes are symbol that she is also considered a protector as well as infinite compassion for all sentient life.

Check out our collection of high quality Thangkas of the Green Tara here :

https://www.thangka-mandala.com/thangkas/peaceful-deities/green-tara/

Let us know what you think in the comments !

20/01/2020

Namaste and Happy New Year to all !

We've been working hard over the past few months to update our website and add more beautiful Thangkas for you to see !

Check out our new updated website and let us know what you think and if there are certain motifs you would like to see more of !

An online gallery dedicated to displaying beautiful Thangkas, Mandalas and Paubas. Explanations of popular motifs and techniques of Thangka art.

03/08/2018

Our event in Javea (Spain) is happening now ! A unique opportunity to see rare pieces from our collection, in a serene and beautiful setting !

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02/07/2018

A small sample of the collection that will be on show in Javea from the 27th July till the 10th August. Representing over 30 years of collecting and nurturing the talent and works of artists from the Valley of Kathmandu, Nepal. Please contact us if you wish to have more information.

22/05/2018

A thoughtful and beautifully worded article on the state of Thangka art in Nepal today by Michael Gordon

Exhibition showcases contemporary Nepali Thangka and Paubha paintersMuna Photos: Michael Gordonalk into most Paubha or Thangka shops in Thamel or Durbar Marg, and you will

08/05/2018

Beautiful article ! A must read for all of you Thangka enthusiasts !

Writer and photographer Thomas Laird’s 10-year project records crumbling Buddhist murals before they are lost