{"product_id":"oil-varnished-chhinnamasta-thangka-tantric-hindu-goddess-chhinnamastika-art-with-silk-brocade-hand-painted-nepal","title":"Oil-Varnished Chhinnamasta Thangka, Tantric Hindu Goddess Chhinnamastika Art with Silk Brocade, Hand-Painted Nepal","description":"This original hand-painted Thangka depicts Chhinnamasta, also known as Chhinnamastika, a powerful Tantric goddess associated with transformation, self-transcendence, spiritual awakening, and the profound relationship between life and death.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHand-painted in Nepal on handmade cotton canvas using natural pigments and gold accents, the painting is finished with traditional oil varnish and mounted in silk brocade. Its dramatic imagery and detailed craftsmanship make it a distinctive example of Himalayan Tantric sacred art.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nChhinnamasta – The Self-Decapitated Goddess\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn Hindu Tantra, Chhinnamasta is one of the Ten Mahavidyas, the ten Great Wisdom Goddesses. Her fierce appearance expresses profound spiritual concepts rather than ordinary violence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShe is traditionally depicted holding her own severed head while streams of blood flow from her neck. This striking imagery has multiple Tantric interpretations and is associated with self-transcendence, sacrifice, the life force, transformation, and liberation from attachment.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSacred Symbolism\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe severed head can symbolize the cutting of ego-clinging, attachment, and limited identity.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe streams of blood represent life force and the interconnected themes of nourishment, sacrifice, life, and transformation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe curved blade or scimitar symbolizes cutting through ignorance, attachment, and illusion.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nChhinnamasta is often shown standing above a divine couple in union. Within Tantric symbolism, this imagery relates to desire, creative energy, and the transformation of powerful worldly energies into a path toward spiritual realization.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHer fierce form therefore represents transformation and wisdom, not anger or destruction for its own sake.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nOil-Varnished Finish\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe traditional oil-varnished surface gives the natural pigments greater warmth and visual depth while creating a subtle sheen. The varnish also adds a protective layer over the painted surface.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis finish gives the Thangka a distinctive character that differs from an untreated traditional water-based painting.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nTraditional Himalayan Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAn artisan paints this Thangka by hand using traditional Himalayan techniques. Its detailed iconography, natural pigments, gold accents, oil-varnished surface, and traditional silk brocade mounting create a striking sacred artwork for collectors and practitioners interested in Hindu and Tantric traditions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt suits a meditation or yoga room, Hindu altar, Tantric practice space, sacred-art collection, or as a distinctive example of Himalayan religious art. Formal Tantric practices connected with Chhinnamasta are traditionally undertaken with appropriate teachings and guidance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nArtwork Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubject: Chhinnamasta \/ Chhinnamastika  \u003cbr\u003e\nTradition: Hindu Tantra \/ Mahavidya  \u003cbr\u003e\nPainting Size: 15 x 19 inches (38 x 50 cm)  \u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Size with Silk Brocade: 32 x 44 inches (81 x 112 cm)  \u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Handmade cotton canvas  \u003cbr\u003e\nColors: Natural pigments and gold accents  \u003cbr\u003e\nFinish: Traditional oil varnish  \u003cbr\u003e\nMounting: Traditional silk brocade  \u003cbr\u003e\nTechnique: Traditional hand painting  \u003cbr\u003e\nOrigin: Hand-painted in Nepal  \u003cbr\u003e\nType: Original hand-painted artwork, not a print\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nImportant Information\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nEach painting is individually hand-painted, so subtle variations in brushwork, pigments, brocade, stitching, and measurements are natural characteristics of handmade artwork.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe oil-varnished surface adds warmth, depth, and a subtle sheen. Its appearance and gold details may vary depending on lighting and viewing angle.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nActual colors may vary slightly due to photography, lighting conditions, and individual screen settings.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe inner painting measures approximately 15 x 19 inches (38 x 50 cm). The complete Thangka with silk brocade measures approximately 32 x 44 inches (81 x 112 cm).\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nWe will carefully roll the painting and pack it securely in a durable PVC tube for safe transport.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nImport duties, VAT, customs taxes, brokerage fees, and other destination-country charges are not included in the purchase price and are the buyer‘s responsibility.","brand":"Etsy","offers":[{"title":"Painting Only","offer_id":58027257004215,"sku":"CHHINAMASTA3244","price":326.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Brocade","offer_id":58027257036983,"sku":"CHHINAMASTA3244","price":416.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"With Brocade 2","offer_id":58027257069751,"sku":"CHHINAMASTA3244","price":422.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/0527\/6855\/files\/il_fullxfull.8627422820_3o96.jpg?v=1794072511","url":"https:\/\/nepalthangkaart.com\/fr\/products\/oil-varnished-chhinnamasta-thangka-tantric-hindu-goddess-chhinnamastika-art-with-silk-brocade-hand-painted-nepal","provider":"Nepal Thangka Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}