Green Tara Serthang Thangka – Five Dhyani Assembly – Golden Radiance of Swift Action

Specifications

• Dimensions: 95 × 70 cm

• Materials: 24K Gold, Vermilion & Natural Pigments on Cotton Canvas

• Canvas: Traditionally Prepared Cotton Canvas

• Origin: Kathmandu, Nepal

• Artistic Style: Menri Style (Serthang Technique)

• Background Type: Serthang (Golden Background)

• Framing: Unframed Canvas

• Type: Original Hand-Painted Thangka

• Consecration: Available Upon Request

Iconography & Sacred Assembly

This Thangka reveals a golden mandala of enlightened qualities. The figures are rendered in the rare "Gold on Gold" style, outlined in fine red strokes.

Central Figure – Green Tara

Green Tara sits at the heart, radiant and royal. Her form is etched in gold, highlighting her active compassion.

• Gesture: Right hand grants wishes; left hand holds the refuge mudra.

• Sacred Object: A delicate lotus blooms at her left shoulder.

• Presence: Right leg extended — she is stepping down to help you now.

The Five Dhyani Buddhas (Top Row)

Five Buddhas sit atop the golden sky. They represent the purification of the five negative emotions into wisdom.

• Vairochana (Center): Holds the Teaching gesture. He transforms ignorance.

• Akshobhya (Left): Touches the earth. He transforms anger.

• Amitabha (Right): Rest in meditation. He transforms desire.

• Ratnasambhava (Far Left): Offers the giving gesture. He transforms pride.

• Amoghasiddhi (Far Right): Holds the fearless gesture. He transforms jealousy.

Lower Left – Manjushri (The Bodhisattva of Wisdom)

Manjushri sits in peaceful repose, his body glowing with orange highlights. He cuts through confusion.

• Symbolism: He wields the flaming Sword of Wisdom to sever ignorance.

• Role: Sharpening your intellect and memory.

Lower Right – Vajrapani (The Bodhisattva of Power)

Vajrapani appears in his wrathful form, surrounded by stylized golden flames. He represents the energy of all Buddhas.

• Symbolism: He holds the vajra (thunderbolt) to tame negative forces.

• Role: Removing obstacles and protecting the practitioner.

Sacred Background & Landscape

The deities dwell in a realm of pure gold, known as a Serthang. This is not a physical landscape, but a vision of the subtle energy body.

• Style: Serthang (Gold Background) with Vermilion outlining

• Visual Symbols: Delicate cloud swirls and water patterns are etched directly into the gold

• Spiritual Meaning: Gold represents the purity and richness of the awakened mind

• Essence: Luminous, wealthy, and spiritually potent

Artisan Mastery

A master artist painted this using the difficult "Red Gold" technique. It requires steady hands to paint long, fluid lines over gold leaf without mistakes.

• Tradition: Newar-Tibetan fusion style specialized in gold work

• Aesthetic Tone: Warm, monochromatic elegance with subtle color accents

• Technique: 24K Gold leaf application followed by fine outlining in mineral ink

• Spirit: Created to attract spiritual merit and material abundance

Spiritual Application

This Thangka works as a triad of Compassion, Wisdom, and Power. It is a complete support for your daily life.

• Heart Mantra: OM TARE TUTTARE TURE SOHA — liberates from fear

• Meditation: Visualize the golden light of the painting dissolving your stress

• Blessing: Manjushri brings clarity; Vajrapani brings strength; Tara brings speed

• Purpose: A daily anchor for success in business, study, and family harmony

Why Choose This Green Tara Thangka

Sacred art chooses you as much as you choose it. Here is why this Serthang belongs in your space.

• The Trinity of Support: You get Tara (Compassion), Manjushri (Wisdom), and Vajrapani (Power) in one frame. This covers every aspect of life's challenges.

• Rare Aesthetic: Most Thangkas are full color. This Gold style is sophisticated, rare, and commands attention in any room.

• Wealth Magnet: In Tibetan culture, Gold Thangkas are believed to magnetize resources and abundance.

• Visual Clarity: The clean lines and lack of heavy background distraction calm the mind instantly.

• Heirloom Quality: The sheer amount of gold used ensures this piece retains value for generations.