Guru Rinpoche Thangka – Karma Gadri Style
The Lotus-Born Master of Liberation
This Guru Rinpoche Thangka radiates the awakened presence of Padmasambhava.
Hand-painted in the spacious Karma Gadri style, it embodies the union of wrathful power and compassionate wisdom.
His presence transforms obstacles into accomplishments. Your space becomes a gateway to the Copper-Colored Mountain.
SKU |
GT10772 |
Categories |
Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava) |
Specifications
Dimensions: 45 × 60 cm
Materials: 24K Gold & Natural Mineral Pigments on Cotton Canvas
Canvas: Traditionally Prepared Cotton Canvas
Origin: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Artistic Style: Karma Gadri Style (Tibetan)
Background Type: Naturalistic with Open Space
Framing: Traditional Silk Brocade Mount
Type: Original Hand-Painted Thangka
Iconography & Sacred Assembly
This Thangka reveals Padmasambhava, the Second Buddha of our age.
His form expresses the power of enlightened presence.
Central Figure – Guru Rinpoche
Guru Rinpoche sits in a royal ease posture.
His robes shimmer with the blessing power of all Buddhas.
Gesture:
The right hand holds the golden vajra of indestructible truth.
Left cradles a skull cup of wisdom nectar
Sacred Objects:
The khatvanga staff rests on his shoulder,
embodying secret consort and hidden teachings
Presence:
Powerful yet tender — the living embodiment of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha
Symbolic Elements
Jeweled offerings rest at the base, and celestial bodies grace the sky. They represent the richness of the Dharma.
Symbolism: Sun and moon crown his lotus hat, uniting method and wisdom
Role: Offerings signify merit accumulation and obstacle removal
Sacred Background & Landscape
Guru Rinpoche dwells in a vast, open landscape. The minimal Karma Gadri style emphasizes spaciousness and power.
Style: Karma Gadri with light washes and open canvas
Visual Symbols: Rainbow light emanates from his form; open sky reveals mind's nature
Spiritual Meaning: The vastness mirrors limitless enlightened activity
Essence: A vision of Zangdok Palri, his Copper-Colored Mountain paradise
Why Choose This Guru Rinpoche Thangka
Sacred art chooses you as much as you choose it. Here is why this Thangka belongs in your space.
Artisan Mastery: Karma Gadri masters used delicate shading to capture his presence. The lineage remains unbroken.
Spiritual Practice: The mantra OM AH HUM VAJRA GURU PADMA SIDDHI HUM invokes his protection and blessing.
Protection & Power: His image removes obstacles and grants accomplishment. Fear dissolves in his presence.
Lasting Value: Hand-painted sacred art deepens with time. This is heritage.