Thangkas, derived from Buddha statues more than 1,300 years ago, are one of the most unique art forms in Tibetan culture. The lifelike thangka reflects the pure and wise mind of the monk.
In 2006, Thangka was included in the national intangible cultural heritage list, and in 2009 it was included in the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity by UNESCO.
Thangkas are all painted by monks in the ancient inheritance method, and the painting techniques completely refer to the records of ancient translated classics. Lamas paint while practicing and practice while painting. The content of thangka is born out of the profound and extensive Buddhist thoughts, matured from a continuous line of pure practice, and shows the inner purity and brightness of the practitioner's life.
Thangkas contain a wide range of contents, including various masters of Tibetan Buddhism, deities of various sects, Buddhas in different forms and bodhisattvas in various poses, as well as the history of Tibetan society, astronomy and geography, Tibetan medicine and Tibetan medicine. , historical figures and auspicious patterns, etc., there are also pictures reflecting Tibetan customs. The composition of thangka is rigorous, balanced, plump and changeable, and the painting methods are mainly meticulous brushwork, heavy color and line drawing. Its production techniques include painting, embroidery, appliqué, brocade, tapestry, pile embroidery and other artistic techniques. In addition to the extremely complex drawing, the materials used in Thangka are also extremely sophisticated. The pigments are all hand-developed from natural mineral and plant raw materials. The color is bright and durable, and has a strong snowy style.
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Embroidered Manjushri thangka
Era: Qing Dynasty style
Specifications: length 48cm, width 62cm
Recently, Shenzhen Tianyuan Culture was fortunate enough to acquire an embroidered thangka. This thangka is called Embroidered Manjushri thangka. This thangka is painted with clouds and mist, which means that Manjushri Bodhisattva came to the world on the clouds, exuding an approachable atmosphere of life. The Bodhisattva has a gentle face and a slight smile. This work is exquisitely painted and worth collecting.
Manjushri Bodhisattva is transliterated as Manjushri, Manjushri and Manzushili, and is translated as Miao De, Miao Jixiang, Miao Le and Dharma Prince. Also known as Ma?ju?rī, Tongzhen and Rutong Manjushri Bodhisattva. He is one of the four great Bodhisattvas of Buddhism. He is closely related to the Prajna Sutra, so he is called the Great Wisdom Manjushri Bodhisattva. Manjushri Bodhisattva is a symbol of great wisdom. It can develop wisdom and improve understanding. It can especially help children achieve academic success, officials and businessmen increase their wealth and fortune.
Thangka is a unique painting art form in Tibetan culture. It has distinctive national characteristics, rich religious color and unique artistic style, using bright colors to depict the sacred world of Buddha; the pigments are traditionally all made of gold, silver, pearls, agate, coral, turquoise, malachite and cinnabar. Precious mineral gems and plants such as saffron, rhubarb, and indigo are used as pigments to show their sacredness. These natural raw materials ensure that the painted thangkas are bright and dazzling. Even after hundreds of years, they are still bright and bright. .Therefore, it is known as a treasure of Chinese national painting art, known as the "Encyclopedia" of Tibet, and is also a precious intangible cultural heritage in Chinese folk art.