{"product_id":"hand-painted-palden-lhamo-thangka-tibetan-buddhist-female-protector-art-with-silk-brocade","title":"Hand-Painted Palden Lhamo Thangka, Tibetan Buddhist Female Protector Art with Silk Brocade","description":"This original hand-painted Palden Lhamo Thangka is a finely detailed Tibetan Buddhist sacred painting, traditionally created in Nepal on handmade cotton canvas using natural and stone pigments.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPalden Lhamo, known in Sanskrit as Shri Devi, is one of the most important wrathful protectors of Tibetan Buddhism and is widely regarded as the principal female Dharmapala. Her fierce appearance represents powerful enlightened activity dedicated to protecting the Dharma and overcoming obstacles to spiritual practice.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Palden Lhamo Symbolism\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPalden Lhamo is traditionally portrayed with a dark blue-black complexion, riding a mule through a dramatic landscape. Her wrathful expression, skull crown, flames, and ritual implements convey her formidable protective nature.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe skull crown and other wrathful ornaments symbolize the transformation of negative mental states and attachment. Her skull cup, trident, and noose are tantric symbols associated with the subjugation of obstacles and forces that obstruct the Dharma.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHer terrifying appearance should not be understood as ordinary anger or violence. Within Vajrayana Buddhism, wrathful imagery represents the **fierce and uncompromising activity of enlightened wisdom and compassion**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Protector of the Dharma\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nAs a Dharmapala, Palden Lhamo is traditionally invoked for protection against inner and outer obstacles and for safeguarding Buddhist teachings and practitioners.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShe holds particular importance within the **Gelug tradition of Tibetan Buddhism**, while also being recognized in other Tibetan Buddhist schools. Formal protector practices associated with Palden Lhamo are traditionally undertaken with appropriate instruction from qualified Buddhist teachers.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Handmade in Nepal\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis Thangka is individually hand-painted on handmade cotton canvas using **natural pigments, stone colors, and traditional Tibetan hide glue**.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe inner painting measures **11 x 14 inches (28 x 38 cm)** and is mounted in traditional silk-and-cotton brocade, resulting in an overall size of approximately **27 x 35 inches (69 x 89 cm)**. A wooden cap or railing completes the traditional presentation.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubtle differences in brushwork, natural colors, textile patterns, and stitching are part of authentic handmade craftsmanship and make each artwork unique.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n### Artwork Details\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSubject: Palden Lhamo \/ Shri Devi\u003cbr\u003e\nDeity Type: Female Dharmapala \/ Protector\u003cbr\u003e\nTradition: Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism\u003cbr\u003e\nPainting Size: 11 x 14 inches (28 x 38 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nOverall Size: 27 x 35 inches (69 x 89 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nSurface: Handmade cotton canvas\u003cbr\u003e\nColors: Natural and stone pigments\u003cbr\u003e\nTraditional Medium: Tibetan hide glue\u003cbr\u003e\nMounting: Silk and cotton brocade\u003cbr\u003e\nFinishing: Wooden cap \/ railing\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 Palden Lhamo Thangka is suitable for a **Buddhist altar, Vajrayana practice room, meditation space, Dharma center, or collection of Tibetan and Himalayan sacred 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":58028038062263,"sku":"PALDENLH2735","price":217.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0636\/0527\/6855\/files\/il_fullxfull.8507072514_areg.jpg?v=1794075319","url":"https:\/\/nepalthangkaart.com\/products\/hand-painted-palden-lhamo-thangka-tibetan-buddhist-female-protector-art-with-silk-brocade","provider":"Nepal Thangka Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}