18th Century Tibetan Thangka - Painting on Silk - Framed

18th Century Tibetan Thangka - Painting on Silk - Framed - Rare and Authentic

• Origin: Probably Tibet or Nepal
• Period: 18th century
• Support: Painting on silk
• Dimensions:
• Thangka alone: ​​42.5 cm x 59 cm
• Frame: 55 cm x 72.5 cm
• Framing: Frame from the Martin Brès framing house (Marseille)
• Condition: Good general condition for its age, some normal signs of wear for a work of this period.

This magnificent thangka represents a Buddhist mandala, a sacred work used in Tibetan and Buddhist spiritual practices.

• Central deity:
• It appears to be a Bodhisattva, perhaps Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig), the deity of compassion, represented with several arms holding various symbolic objects.
• This figure expresses benevolence and wisdom, and is often invoked for protection and enlightenment.
• Structure of the Mandala:
• The outer circles represent different levels of spiritual consciousness.
• The other figures around are probably Bodhisattvas or protectors, each with a specific role in Buddhist cosmology.
• Elephants and other symbolic animals are noted, often linked to wisdom and inner strength.
• Upper and lower part:
• Many representations of Buddhas in meditation, suggesting spiritual transmission or homage to enlightened masters of the past.
• Stylized mountains and clouds in the background, reinforcing the idea of ​​connection between the Earth and spiritual dimensions.

• Details and technique:
• Delicate painting in black and red ink on a gold background, with very detailed patterns.
• Traces of Tibetan writing visible on some parts of the work, probably mantras or votive inscriptions.

• Origin track: Tibet or Nepal, 18th century
• Acquired in France in a large private collection.

General condition:
• In very good condition, slight wear of time visible on the silk.
• The frame is in good condition, with a ready-to-hang attachment.

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A rare work of art, perfect for collectors and lovers of Tibetan and Buddhist culture.