{"product_id":"black-gold-vajrapani-thangka-hand-painted-tibetan-buddhist-protector-art-with-silk-brocade","title":"Black Gold Vajrapani Thangka, Hand-Painted Tibetan Buddhist Protector Art with Silk Brocade","description":"This original hand-painted **Vajrapani Thangka** features a dramatic black-and-gold composition, traditionally painted in Nepal using stone pigments, natural colors, and gold detailing. Mounted on high-quality silk brocade, the large artwork makes a powerful statement for a Buddhist altar, meditation room, or collection of Himalayan sacred art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Vajrapani – Embodiment of Enlightened Power\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nVajrapani, whose name means **“Holder of the Vajra,”** is an important Bodhisattva and protective figure in Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He embodies the **power and enlightened activity of the Buddhas**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTogether with **Manjushri and Avalokiteshvara**, Vajrapani forms an important symbolic triad: Manjushri represents wisdom, Avalokiteshvara embodies compassion, and Vajrapani represents enlightened power.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Vajra and Wrathful Symbolism\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nVajrapani is depicted holding the **vajra or thunderbolt**, symbolizing indestructible awakened wisdom and spiritual power.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis fierce expression, dynamic posture, tiger-skin garment, and surrounding flames should not be interpreted as ordinary anger. In Tibetan Buddhist art, this wrathful appearance represents **fierce enlightened energy capable of overcoming ignorance, attachment, fear, and obstacles on the spiritual path**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe flames surrounding Vajrapani symbolize the transformative fire of wisdom, while his commanding posture expresses fearlessness and protective activity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Black and Gold Himalayan Art\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe striking **black and gold palette** emphasizes Vajrapani‘s powerful form and intricate iconography. Fine gold detailing contrasts beautifully with the dark background, while natural and stone pigments add depth to the composition.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe inner painting measures **17.6 x 24.6 inches (44.5 x 62.5 cm)**. With its traditional silk brocade mounting, the complete Thangka measures approximately **36 x 48 inches (91 x 121 cm)**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEach painting is individually hand-painted, so subtle variations in brushwork, colors, gold detailing, brocade patterns, and stitching are natural characteristics of authentic craftsmanship.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Artwork Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubject: Vajrapani\u003cbr\u003e\nMeaning: Holder of the Vajra\u003cbr\u003e\nTradition: Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism\u003cbr\u003e\nInner Painting: 17.6 x 24.6 inches (44.5 x 62.5 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Size: 36 x 48 inches (91 x 121 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Handmade cotton canvas\u003cbr\u003e\nColors: Black, gold, natural colors, and stone pigments\u003cbr\u003e\nMounting: Traditional silk brocade\u003cbr\u003e\nTechnique: Traditional hand-painted Thangka\u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Hand-painted in Nepal\u003cbr\u003e\nOrientation: Vertical\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Original hand-painted artwork, not a print\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Display and Important Information\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Vajrapani Thangka is suitable for a **Buddhist altar, meditation room, Dharma center, yoga studio, spiritual space, or collection of Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist art**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nActual colors and gold details may vary slightly depending on photography, lighting, viewing angle, and screen settings.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe Thangka will be carefully rolled and securely packed inside a protective **PVC tube** for safe transportation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nBuyers are responsible for applicable import duties, customs taxes, and other charges imposed by the destination country.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58028090228919,"sku":"VAJARAPAN3648","price":746.01,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/0527\/6855\/files\/il_fullxfull.8580740077_3ze8.jpg?v=1794076070","url":"https:\/\/nepalthangkaart.com\/fr\/products\/black-gold-vajrapani-thangka-hand-painted-tibetan-buddhist-protector-art-with-silk-brocade","provider":"Nepal Thangka Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}