Back-Hat Karmapa Thangka – Nagthang Gold Illumination – Blessings of Unbroken Lineage
This Black-Hat Karmapa Thangka glows like night prayer. Fine 24K gold lines radiate from deep black space.
He teaches with vajra and bell rising on lotuses. Invite Kagyu lineage blessing into your shrine or home.
SKU |
GT02931 |
Categories |
Kagyu School |
Specifications
Dimensions: 30 × 40 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: Nagthang (Black Background)
Framing: Unframed Canvas
Iconography & Sacred Assembly
This Thangka reveals the heart of Kagyu blessing. Every element turns the mind toward devotion.
Central Figure – Black-Hat Karmapa
Karmapa sits at the center, serene and youthful. His golden robes cover the body in full dignity.
Gesture: Hands in Dharmachakra mudra, turning the wheel of Dharma.
Sacred Object: Twin lotuses hold vajra and bell.
Presence: Quiet authority, radiating unbroken lineage transmission.
Sacred Background & Landscape
Karmapa dwells in a luminous black mandala space. Gold clouds and distant mountains emerge from the darkness.
Style: Karma Gadri style with refined golden line work.
Visual Symbols: Black ground suggests vast, indestructible awareness.
Spiritual Meaning: Guru wisdom shining from apparent emptiness.
Essence: A night sky filled with timeless blessing.
Artisan Mastery
A devoted Himalayan artist painted this with steady mindfulness. Every detail honors the sacred Kagyu guru line.
Tradition: Kagyu lineage, renowned for yogic realization.
Aesthetic Tone: Rich gold, deep black, poised stillness.
Technique: Layered mineral pigments and burnished gold accents.
Spirit: Created as a support for guru yoga.
Spiritual Application
This Thangka works with you as a living teacher. Sit before it, recall your root teachers, and pray.
Heart Mantra: OM AH GURU KARMAPA KHYENO.
Meditation: Visualize light from his heart entering yours.
Blessing: Radiates guidance, confidence, and swift protection.
Purpose: A daily gateway to Kagyu guru devotion.
Why Choose This Karmapa Thangka
Sacred art chooses you as much as you choose it. If Karmapa’s gaze moves you, that is your sign.
Lasting Value: Hand-painted gold on black ages beautifully. It becomes a treasured lineage heirloom in your family.
Daily Anchor: One glance recalls teachers, vows, and courage. You reconnect even when practice feels distant or dry.
For Everyone: No complex ritual is required for blessing. Simply offer a bow and whisper KARMAPA KHYENO.
