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Mandala of a Dhyana Buddha, possibly Amitayus

Tibetan; Nepali

Artwork Details

Mandala of a Dhyana Buddha, possibly Amitayus
20th century
Tibetan; Nepali
Ink, gouache, and gold pigment on cotton
19 7/8 in. x 15 1/4 in. ( 50.5 cm x 38.7 cm )
Gift of Mrs. Gracia E. van Loo
1978/2.1

Description

Subject Matter:

A representation of one of the Dhyana Buddhas of Tibetan Buddhism, possibly Amitayus, surrounded by images of other deities and major gurus (teachers).

Physical Description:

A portable painting (thangka) in gouache and gold pigment on sized cotton, framed with concentric borders of red and yellow figures silk, with an outer border of white satin with embroidered floral designs. The painting is designed to be rolled up when not in use.

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