{"product_id":"hand-painted-vajrapani-thangka-tibetan-buddhist-protector-art-silk-brocade-wall-hanging","title":"Hand-Painted Vajrapani Thangka | Tibetan Buddhist Protector Art | Silk Brocade Wall Hanging","description":"This original hand-painted Vajrapani Thangka is a finely detailed Tibetan Buddhist artwork, traditionally painted on handmade cotton canvas using water-based and gold colors. The painting is beautifully mounted in a high-quality silk brocade .\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nVajrapani, whose name means “Holder of the Vajra,” is one of the important Bodhisattvas of Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhism. He represents 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### Vajrapani Symbolism\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nVajrapani is often depicted in a powerful, wrathful form, holding the **vajra, or dorje**, the ritual thunderbolt. The vajra symbolizes the indestructible nature of awakened wisdom and spiritual strength.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHis fierce appearance does not represent ordinary anger. In Tibetan Buddhism, it expresses the energetic power of compassion and wisdom to overcome **ignorance, fear, harmful tendencies, and obstacles on the spiritual path**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nVajrapani is also associated with the protective function of the Dharma, making his image especially meaningful for Buddhist meditation and contemplative spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Traditional Himalayan Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe inner painting measures **11 x 14.5 inches (28 x 37 cm)** and is individually hand-painted on handmade cotton canvas. Water-based colors and gold detailing create the rich appearance and intricate features characteristic of traditional Thangka painting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe artwork is mounted in traditional silk brocade, bringing the complete size to approximately **27 x 33 inches (69 x 84 cm)**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubtle variations in brushwork, colors, brocade patterns, and stitching are natural characteristics of handmade craftsmanship, making every Thangka unique.\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 Size: 10.5 x 12.5 inches (27 x 32 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Size with Silk Brocade: 27 x 33 inches (69 x 84 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nSurface: Handmade cotton canvas\u003cbr\u003e\nColors: Water-based colors and gold detailing\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, prayer space, Dharma center, yoga studio, or collection of Tibetan and Himalayan Buddhist art**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nActual colors may vary slightly due to photography, lighting, and screen settings. Please review all listing photographs carefully before ordering.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe artwork 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":58027033755831,"sku":"VAJARAPANI2733","price":229.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/0527\/6855\/files\/il_fullxfull.8638641627_o4ye.jpg?v=1794071752","url":"https:\/\/nepalthangkaart.com\/fr\/products\/hand-painted-vajrapani-thangka-tibetan-buddhist-protector-art-silk-brocade-wall-hanging","provider":"Nepal Thangka Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}