Thanka Painting

A Thanka painting, also known as a Thangka or Tangka, is a traditional form of Buddhist art that originated in Tibet. These intricate and vibrant paintings are typically created on cotton or silk fabric and often depict religious or spiritual themes.

Thanka paintings are considered sacred and are used for meditation, worship, and teaching. They serve as visual aids for practitioners to focus their minds during meditation. Thankas often depict Buddhist deities, mandalas, Buddhas, bodhisattvas, and other spiritual figures. Each element in the painting has symbolic meaning. Artists use mineral pigments, gold leaf, and intricate brushwork to create Thanka paintings. The process is highly detailed and requires skill and patience. Thankas are used in temples, monasteries, and homes. They are also given as gifts or used in rituals.