{"product_id":"hand-painted-citipati-thangka-tibetan-buddhist-art-with-silk-brocade","title":"Hand-Painted Citipati Thangka – Tibetan Buddhist Art with Silk Brocade","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an original hand-painted Tibetan Thangka depicting Citipati (Chitipati), also known as the Lord and Lady of the Charnel Grounds. Painted with natural pigments on handmade cotton canvas and protected with oil varnish, this artwork showcases exceptional craftsmanship, vibrant detailing, and cultural depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbout Citipati (Chitipati):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCitipati are two skeletal figures dancing joyfully, representing impermanence and the cyclical nature of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThey are Dharma protectors linked to the tantric systems of Vajrayogini practice, traditionally invoked during meditations in charnel grounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir form reminds practitioners that all phenomena are transient, helping cultivate detachment from worldly attachments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn Tibetan festivals, Citipati are celebrated in Cham Lama dances, where monks in skeleton masks perform lively, symbolic rituals accompanied by traditional Tibetan music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSymbolism:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir skeletal forms emphasize the inevitability of death, urging mindfulness and compassion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTheir joyful dance reflects liberation through the realization of impermanence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs protectors, they shield practitioners from negative forces while inspiring reflection on the preciousness of human life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy This Thangka is Special:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHand-painted in Nepal with natural mineral pigments and stone colors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOil varnished for durability, depth, and color protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFramed with traditional silk brocade, enhancing its spiritual and aesthetic presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful reminder of Buddhist teachings, suitable for meditation spaces, spiritual practice, or sacred home décor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003e\nSize with Silk Brocade: 33 x 44 in (84 x 112 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nSize of Inner Painting: 15 x 22 in (38 x 55 cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nMaterial: Handmade Cotton Canvas\u003cbr\u003e\nPaint Medium: Natural Stone Colors, Water, Gold\u003cbr\u003e\nQuality: Master-quality, hand-painted, oil varnished\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore making a purchase, please take note of the following important information:\u003cbr\u003e\n- Lighting and screen resolution may cause slight color variations.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Paintings are more captivating when viewed in person.\u003cbr\u003e\n- The size mentioned for the painting does not include the outer border.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Paintings will be securely packed in a PVC tube to ensure safety during transit.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Buyers are responsible for any additional fees at their destination, including import taxes and duties, which are not included in the purchase price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tibetan Thangka Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53226414473513,"sku":"CITIPATI13344","price":620.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/1282\/8201\/files\/il_fullxfull.7287608721_9mmf.jpg?v=1780498945","url":"https:\/\/www.tibetanthangkaart.com\/fr\/products\/hand-painted-citipati-thangka-tibetan-buddhist-art-with-silk-brocade","provider":"Tibetan Thangka Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}