Thanka Collection

White Tara, Tibetan thanka, Shedub Choekhor Ling Monastery, Mont Saleve, Haute-Savoie, France, Europe

Vajrasattva, Early 19th century. Artist: Tibetan culture
Vajrasattva, Early 19th century. Found in the collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Thanka with Buddha, 19th century. Creator: Unknown
Thanka with Buddha, 19th century

Maitreya Buddha. Found in the Collection of State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

Thangka with Scenes from the Life of the Buddha, Second Half of the 19th cen Creator
Thangka with Scenes from the Life of the Buddha, Second Half of the 19th Century. Found in the Collection of Musee Guimet, Paris

Begtse Thangka, 18th century. Creator: Unknown Master
Begtse Thangka, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Dorje Drolo, 17th century. Creator: Tibetan Culture
Thangka of Dorje Drolo, 17th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Amitabha in the pure land of Sukhavati, 19th century. Creator: Tibetan Culture
Thangka of Amitabha in the pure land of Sukhavati, 19th century. Private Collection

Mandala of Amitayus, First half of the 15th century. Creator: Tibetan Culture
Mandala of Amitayus, First half of the 15th century. Private Collection

Arhat Thangka, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan Culture
Arhat Thangka, 18th century. Private Collection

Padmasambhava in the Copper Mountain Paradise, 19th century. Creator: Tibetan Culture
Padmasambhava in the Copper Mountain Paradise, 19th century. Private Collection

Green Tara, 1160s-1180s. Creator: Unknown
Green Tara, 1160s-1180s. This Buddhist "thangka" (or "thanka, " scroll painting) depicts the enlightened Buddha and compassionate goddess Tara

A thangka of Amitabha in the Pureland of Sukhavati, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
A thangka of Amitabha in the Pureland of Sukhavati, 18th century. Private Collection

Commemoration Thangka for Bhimaratha Rite, between c1850 and c1875. Creator: Anon
Commemoration Thangka for Bhimaratha Rite, between c1850 and c1875

Thangka with scenes from the Buddha's Life, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka with scenes from the Buddha's Life, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Vajrapani, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Vajrapani, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Tsongkhapa, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Tsongkhapa, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of the Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of the thousand-armed Avalokitesvara, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of the thousand-armed Avalokitesvara, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 13th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 13th century. Private Collection

Thangka of the six-armed Mahakala, 19th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of the six-armed Mahakala, 19th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Panjaranatha Mahakala (Gur Gonpo), 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Padmasambhava with scenes from his life, Early 19th cen.. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Padmasambhava with scenes from his life, Early 19th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Mahasiddha Virupa, 19th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Mahasiddha Virupa, 19th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Guru Dromtönpa, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Guru Dromtonpa, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Green Tara, Savior from the Eight Dangers, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Green Tara, Savior from the Eight Dangers, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Arhat Abheda, 19th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Arhat Abheda, 19th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Amoghapasa, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Amoghapasa, 18th century. Private Collection

Albert Herter between 1932 and 1942. Creator: Arnold Genthe
Albert Herter between 1932 and 1942. American artist, painter, interior designer, illustrator and muralist - in studio with painting, thangkas behind

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajrasattva Mandala, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajrasattva Mandala, 15th century. Detail from a larger artwork

The Medicine Buddha, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
The Medicine Buddha, 18th century. Private Collection

Thangka of Nagarjuna, 18th century. Creator: Tibetan culture
Thangka of Nagarjuna, 18th century. Private Collection

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Sage Guru Padmasambhava Seated Holding a... 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Painted Banner (Thangka) of Sage Guru Padmasambhava Seated Holding a Thunderbolt (Vajra) and Skull Cup (Kapala), 18th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) of the Avalokiteshvara Incarnation of the Rain God Rato... 18th/19th cent. Creator: Unknown
Painted Banner (Thangka) of the Avalokiteshvara Incarnation of the Rain God Rato Matsyendranatha, 18th/19th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) with the Medicine Buddha (Bhaishajyaguru), 14th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Five Morality Tales from the Avadana Kalpalata Jataka, late 18th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Portrait of Sakya Pandita (1132 - 1251), c. 1800

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajriputra, One of the Sixteen Great Arhats, late 17th/early 18th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Lineage Painting of Two Lamas in Debate, c. 1500

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Skull-Cup Bearing (Kapaladhara) Hevajra, c. 1604

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Bodhisattva Maitreya Surrounded by his Retinue, 16th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajrasattva Mandala, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Painted Banner (Thangka) of Vajrasattva Mandala, 15th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Green Tara Surrounded by Twenty Manifestations, 18th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) of Amitayus Buddha Surrounded by One Hundred Buddhas, 19th century

Painted Banner (Thangka) with Guru Dragpur, a Wrathful Form of Padmasambhava, 18th/19th century

Milarepa on Mount Kailash, c. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Milarepa on Mount Kailash, c. 1500

Tsongkhapa, End 18th - Early 19th cen. Creator: Tibetan culture
Tsongkhapa, End 18th - Early 19th cen. Private Collection

Thanka (Religious Picture), China, Qing dynasty(1644-1911), 1743 / 44. Creator: Unknown
Thanka (Religious Picture) with Tibetan text, China, Qing dynasty(1644-1911), 1743/44

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"Exploring the Rich Heritage of Thanka Art: A Journey through Tibetan Buddhist Iconography" Immerse yourself in the captivating world art, a traditional form of religious painting that originated in Tibet. These intricate and vibrant artworks serve as visual aids for meditation and are highly revered by Tibetan Buddhists. One such masterpiece is the White Tara Thanka, depicting the goddess of compassion. Created with meticulous attention to detail, this piece emanates serenity and grace, inviting viewers to connect with their inner selves. Step into Shedub Choekhor Ling Monastery nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Mont Saleve in Haute-Savoie. Here, you can witness skilled artisans meticulously crafting these sacred paintings using age-old techniques passed down through generations. Travel back in time with a 19th-century Thanka featuring Buddha at its center. Though its creator remains unknown, their artistic prowess shines through every brushstroke, capturing the essence of enlightenment and peace. Delve deeper into Tibetan culture with an early 19th-century Vajrasattva Thanka. This mesmerizing artwork showcases exquisite craftsmanship while symbolizing purification and transformation on one's spiritual journey. Experience scenes from the life of Buddha come alive in a second-half 19th-century Thangka. Each panel tells a story that inspires devotion and teaches valuable lessons about compassion, wisdom, and selflessness. Marvel at Maitreya Buddha portrayed in all his glory within a stunning painted banner dating back to the 14th century. This depiction instills hope for future enlightenment while radiating tranquility and benevolence. Discover moral teachings conveyed through Five Morality Tales from Avadana Kalpalata Jataka depicted on another intricately painted banner Thangka. Each tale serves as a guidepost for leading an ethical life filled with kindness towards all beings. Witness Sakya Pandita's portrait captured beautifully on canvas around 1800 AD—a testament to the profound impact this revered scholar had on Tibetan Buddhism and its teachings.