Standing Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka – Golden Nagthang – Menri Style
Standing Shakyamuni Buddha radiates a calm and active presence. He rises within a dark, gold-detailed celestial landscape.
This work uses 24K gold on a black canvas base. It follows traditional Nagthang styles for deep visual focus.
Specifications
Dimensions: 100 × 70 cm
Materials: 24K Gold and Natural Mineral Pigments on Cotton Canvas
Origin: Kathmandu, Nepal
Artistic Style: Menri Style Tibetan
Background Type: Nagthang Black Background
Type: Original Hand-Painted
Brocade: Custom Silk Options Available
Consecration: Available Upon Request
SKU |
GT30960 |
Categories |
Shakyamuni Buddha |
Iconography of the Assembly: Universal Wisdom in Visible Form
Shakyamuni Buddha as the Active Teacher
Shakyamuni stands tall with a serene golden complexion. His posture represents active compassion for all living beings.
He performs the abhaya mudra to grant fearlessness. This gesture protects practitioners on their spiritual journey.
Amitabha Buddha: The Light of the Infinite
Amitabha sits at the top center in deep meditation. His red form symbolizes the wisdom of discerning awareness.
He presides over the Pure Land of Sukhavati. This placement offers hope for rebirth in peaceful realms.
Vairocana: The Illuminator of Absolute Reality
Vairocana resides in the upper left of the assembly. He represents the primordial wisdom of absolute reality.
His white color purifies the poison of worldly ignorance. This figure anchors the celestial realm of the mandala.
Amoghasiddhi: The Wisdom of Unfailing Achievement
Amoghasiddhi occupies the upper right position of this thangka. He embodies the wisdom of unfailing, successful achievement.
His green color transforms envy into selfless spiritual energy. He assists in completing difficult spiritual practices.
Ratnasambhava: The Source of Infinite Abundance
Ratnasambhava stands in the lower left landscape section. He represents the wisdom of equality and infinite abundance.
His yellow hue reflects the richness of Buddhist teachings. He transforms pride into a universal value for others.
Akshobhya: The Immovable Mirror of Truth
Akshobhya resides in the lower right of the landscape. He represents the immovable wisdom of the mirror mind.
His blue form remains steady against all external obstacles. He turns anger into clear, unmoving perception.
Sacred Setting and Visual Landscape
The Buddha stands upon a double lotus and moon disc. Gold rays emanate from his body to fill the space.
Detailed clouds and mountains fill the Nagthang black background. This setting creates a quiet and powerful atmosphere.
Lineage and Scriptural Context
This work follows the traditional Menri school of Tibet. It adheres to strict iconometric rules for sacred art.
Traditional lineages ensure the accuracy of the sacred form. These teachings provide a map for internal spiritual growth.
Collector Significance and Rarity
The 24K gold detailing requires months of dedicated labor. This Nagthang style is a rare and valuable technique.
The standing pose is a unique iconographic variation. Every gold line is applied with a single-hair brush.
Artisan Mastery
Skilled Nepalese artists hand-painted every line with precision. They used mineral pigments for a lasting, vibrant quality.
The process follows ancestral methods for spiritual purity. This continuity ensures the highest standards of iconometry.
How to Welcome This Thangka Into Your Life
Hang this thangka at eye level in your home. Use it as a focus for daily mindfulness practice.
Place it in a quiet room for the best effect. It brings a sense of calm to any space.
