{"product_id":"avalokiteshwara-in-thangka-by-gyaltsen-zimba","title":"Avalokiteshwara in Thangka by Gyaltsen Zimba","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis radiant Thangka painting by Gyaltsen Zimba depicts the four-armed Avalokiteshwara (Chenrezig), the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion. Originating as a form of sacred scroll painting on canvas, Thangkas function as vital meditational tools, guiding practitioners along the path to enlightenment. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSeated at the centre of the composition is the radiant, white-bodied Avalokiteshwara. He embodies ultimate serenity, untainted purity and universal love. His four hands beautifully manifest the compassionate body of all Buddhas. His primary two hands are joined at his heart in the anjali mudra (prayer gesture), holding a wish-fulfilling jewel that symbolizes the unshakeable mind of enlightenment working for the benefit of all beings. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis upper right hand is raised, gracefully holding a crystal rosary (mala), representing the continuous, unbroken cycle of rescuing sentient beings from suffering. His upper left hand is elevated to shoulder level, holding the stem of a blooming pink lotus flower near his ear, symbolizing the unfolding of pure wisdom and compassion amidst the mud of cyclic existence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAvalokiteshwara is adorned with the exquisite silks and jewel ornaments of a Bodhisattva, along with a brilliant golden five-buddha crown. Framing his peaceful countenance is a multi-layered circular head halo featuring a glowing turquoise center ringed by intricate gold and dark blue borders. A larger, subtle white body halo radiates outwards, creating a protective sheath of pure light around his form. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe deity is firmly anchored upon a grand spiritual platform that rises above the earthly realm. He sits in the vajrasana (lotus) posture atop a wide, stylized lotus throne. Directly underneath the lotus seat is a pool of cresting white waves and blue water, emphasizing the traditional theme of the pure lotus emerging from the turbulent waters of worldly existence. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe background transitions into a beautifully rendered, classical Tibetan landscape that frames the deity with natural serenity. To the left, large rocky cliffs ascend towards the sky. To the right, a system of soft, rolling green hills stretches back to meet a jagged line of distant, pastel-colored mountain peaks under a soft, pale sky with gentle pink cloud streaks. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bottom of the canvas features a smooth, yellow-green plain. At the very center, positioned right below the water's edge, is a neat horizontal arrangement of multi-colored wish-fulfilling jewels and sacred ritual offerings. To the left of these offerings, a single white lotus blossoms out of the grassy earth. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA highly defining and unique feature of this specific Thangka is its formal framing border. The central painting is enclosed by a prominent, deep red rectangular border. This border is meticulously inscribed with repeating strings of sacred white Tibetan script, acting as a protective, continuous mantra belt that locks in the spiritual energy of the artwork and creates an intensely reverent atmosphere for the viewer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gyaltsen Zimba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48370596741334,"sku":null,"price":80000.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1194\/1498\/files\/1._Avalokiteshwara-_in_Thangka_by_Gyaltsen_Zimba.png?v=1781692412","url":"https:\/\/www.memeraki.com\/products\/avalokiteshwara-in-thangka-by-gyaltsen-zimba","provider":"Memeraki Retail and Tech Pvt Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}