Yellow Jambhala Thangka – Karma Gadri Style – Spacious Abundance

Specifications

• Dimensions: 50 × 75 cm

• Materials: 24K Gold & Natural Mineral Pigments

• Canvas: Traditionally Prepared Cotton Canvas

• Origin: Kathmandu Valley, Nepal

• Artistic Style: Karma Gadri (Eastern Tibetan) Style

• Background: Minimalist Green/Blue Gradient

• Framing: Unframed Canvas

• Consecration: Available Upon Request

Iconography & Sacred Assembly

This painting focuses entirely on the Lord of Wealth. Without a busy background, your eye is drawn instantly to his blessings.

• The Mongoose: His left hand cradles the Nehulay (mongoose). It pours forth a stream of jewels, symbolizing wealth that never runs dry.

• The Citron Fruit: His right hand holds the Bijapuraka fruit. This is the medicine that cures the "fever" of poverty and lack.

• The Posture: He sits in Lalitasana (Royal Ease) on a moon disc. His right foot rests on a conch shell, showing dominion over the treasures of the ocean.

Sacred Background & Landscape

The defining feature of Karma Gadri's art is the vast, open space.

• The Gradient:

  The background is a seamless wash of teal and green. This represents the vast sky or the "Dharmadhatu"—the open space of reality.

• The Flora:

  Only two delicate trees frame him. They are painted with light, airy brushstrokes, symbolizing organic growth without clutter.

• Aesthetic:

  The deity appears to be floating in mid-air. It feels light, modern, and incredibly peaceful.

Artisan Mastery

Painting "emptiness" is harder than painting clouds. The artist must create a flawless gradient wash.

• Technique:

  • The artist uses the "dot shading" method, distinct to this style.

  • The application of gold on Jambhala is precise and sharp against the soft background.

• Focus:

  • The lack of heavy landscape forces the artist to make the deity's face and jewelry perfect.

Spiritual Application

This Thangka is a generator of generosity and contentment.

• Heart Mantra: Om Jambhala Jalendraye Soha.

• Purpose:

  Perfect for a modern office or a meditation space that needs less visual noise.

• Blessing:

  It reminds you that true wealth comes from a clear, uncluttered mind.

Why Choose This Karma Gadri Thangka

• Modern Aesthetic:

  The clean lines and open background fit perfectly in contemporary homes. It is not "busy" like traditional Thangkas.

• Focus on Clarity:

  The open space creates a feeling of relief. It is visually relaxing to look at.

• Golden Radiance:

  Because the background is cool (green/blue), the warm gold of Jambhala vibrates with intensity.

• Perfect Size:

  At 50x75 cm, it acts as a window to a calm, prosperous world.