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Antique Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka Tapestry, 1950s

$1,250
£950.34
€1,096.73
CA$1,749.66
A$1,959.16
CHF 1,022.19
MX$23,870.89
NOK 12,970.87
SEK 12,331.84
DKK 8,186.39
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About the Item

Rare antique Thangka tapestry from around 1950. Depicting Siddhartha Guatama in the Pureland when he became Buddha and his Dharma name became Shakyamuni Buddha. Shakyamuni's life story and path to attainment of enlightenment are inspiring motivation for developing and strengthening the mind and thought of bodhicitta as aspiration to become enlightened and to help all sentient beings. Shakyamuni's mantra is 'Om mune mune mahamunaye svaha'. Painted canvas on silk brocade. Total size: L 37” x W 21”. Image size 18” x 13". Minor discoloring and creasing from being rolled/folded over the years. Good condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 37 in (93.98 cm)Width: 21 in (53.34 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Tibetan (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GU-AL25021stDibs: LU1778244480112

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