Original Hand Painted Lion Face Dakini /Simhamukhi Jogini /Tibetan Compassion Meditation OLD OIL VARNISHED Thangka Painting with Silk Border

Simhamukha Vajrayogini Thangka represents a powerful and significant deity in Tibetan Buddhism. Simhamukha, or the Lion-Faced Dakini, embodies a wrathful yet enlightened form, depicted in an oil-varnished thangka, which is a unique style of traditional Buddhist art characterized by its use of oil-based paints and varnish.

Simhamukha's portrayal in this thangka is intricate and symbolic, reflecting her fierce countenance and divine attributes. Her body, black in color, bears the face of a white lion with three blazing yellow eyes, exuding a sense of power and intensity. The imagery details her wielding of symbolic implements: the upraised Kartika knife, the skull cup filled with blood, and the Khatvanga staff with a trident, all of which signify her ability to conquer and transform negative energies.

Adorned with various elements such as a tiara of five skulls, a red scarf, bone ornaments, and a tiger skin skirt, Simhamukha stands in a posture that conveys her dominance over symbols like the corpse, sun, and a multi-colored lotus seat amidst a backdrop of blazing pristine awareness.

The painting technique, using oil-based paints, enables a different level of detail and shading, allowing for vibrant colors and enhancing the overall aesthetic appeal of the thangka. The application of varnish not only intensifies the colors and details but also protects the artwork, adding a distinctive shine to the piece.

Simhamukha, as a Jnana Dakini or wisdom goddess, represents a wrathful yet enlightened feminine energy that skillfully overcomes negative forces. Her depiction in the thangka serves as a visual aid for meditation and spiritual practices in Tibetan Buddhism, emphasizing the profound symbolism and sacred significance associated with her form and attributes. Both the traditional watercolor-based thangkas and the oil-varnished thangkas hold immense cultural and religious value, serving as essential tools for spiritual representation in Buddhist practices.

Size of Painting with Silk : 32-inch x 43-inch (81 cm x 109 cm)
Size of Painting : 14-inch x 19-inch (36 cm x 48 cm)
Material: Handmade Cotton Canvas
Color: Natural Pigments/Oil

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