Thousand Armed Chenrezig Thangka – 11 Headed Avalokiteshvara

Specifications

• Dimensions: 35 x 25 cm

• Materials: 24K Gold, Natural Mineral Pigments

• Canvas: Traditionally Prepared Cotton Canvas

• Origin: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

• Artistic Style: Menri (Sacred Landscape)

• Framing: Unframed Canvas

• Consecration: Available Upon Request

Why Choose This Thousand-Armed Chenrezig Thangka?

Finding high-quality art in smaller sizes is rare. This piece offers master-quality detail in a compact format.

It fits perfectly in small apartments, office desks, or travel altars. The serene green landscape brings nature into your practice space.

• Masterful Miniature Work:

  • Painting 1,000 arms on a 35cm canvas requires incredible steady-handed skill.

• Perfect for Small Spaces:

  • Ideal for practitioners who have limited wall space but want authentic art.

• Calming Aesthetic:

  • The lush green fields and dawn sky create a soothing atmosphere, unlike more fiery compositions.

• Daily Inspiration:

  • It serves as a gentle, constant reminder to practice patience and kindness.

Iconography of the 11 Headed Avalokiteshvara

This deity represents the ultimate wish to save all beings. He stands ready to help anyone who calls.

Every aspect of his form has deep meaning. It is a visual scripture of love.

The Standing Central Figure

Chenrezig stands upright on a moon disc and lotus. He is ready to act immediately for others.

His white body symbolizes a heart free from anger. He glows with the light of pure altruism.

• Posture: Standing legs represent tireless energy.

• Skin: White color signifies total purity.

• Attire: Silks and jewels represent spiritual richness.

• Aura: Surrounded by a halo of radiant light.

The Eleven Heads of Wisdom

The eleven heads allow him to look everywhere at once. No cry of suffering goes unheard.

They are stacked in a pyramid of increasing wisdom. The top head is Buddha Amitabha.

• Direction: Gazing into all ten directions of space.

• Structure: Represents the ten stages of the Bodhisattva path.

• Top Head: Amitabha Buddha, the spiritual father.

• Purpose: Seeing all needs simultaneously.

The Thousand Arms of Skillful Means

A fan of arms surrounds his body like an aura. Each hand holds a wisdom eye.

One thousand hands reach out to help suffering beings. He combines wisdom with practical help.

• Inner Hands: Hold wish-fulfilling gems and prayer beads.

• Outer Hands: Form a circle of protection and action.

• Palms: An eye in each palm sees reality clearly.

• Meaning: Infinite ways to benefit the world.

Menri Style Landscape & Sacred Sky

The background features a lush, terrestrial landscape. It depicts a fresh, green field.

The sky glows with the soft light of dawn. It suggests a new beginning for the spirit.

• Ground: Rolling green hills ground the energy.

• Water: Flowing rivers symbolize continuity.

• Sky: Transitioning colors of early morning light.

• Feeling: A peaceful, natural setting for meditation.

Hand-Painted Tibetan Art Craftsmanship

This is not a print; it is a devotional painting. The artist used a single-hair brush for details.

Real gold illuminates the jewelry and attributes. The colors are derived from crushed minerals.

• Gold: 24K gold accents shine in the light.

• Pigments: Natural stone colors last for generations.

• Line Work: Incredibly fine strokes define the thousand arms.

• Dedication: Created with a focused, meditative mind.

Compassion Practice & Spiritual Application

This Thangka supports the practice of the Great Compassion. It softens the heart and reduces ego.

Keep it near you to dissolve anger and pride. It reminds you that we are all connected.

• Heart Mantra: OM MANI PADME HUM.

• Visualization: Imagine light from his hands healing you.

• Effect: Develops patience and loving-kindness.

• Use: Perfect focal point for mantra recitation.