{"product_id":"hand-painted-mahakala-thangka-black-cloaked-protector-tibetan-art","title":"Hand-Painted Mahakala Thangka – Black-Cloaked Protector, Tibetan Art","description":"\u003cp\u003e**Exceptional Tibetan Thangka Painting of Mahakala**\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable Tibetan Thangka painting features a master-quality depiction of Mahakala, a revered deity in both Hinduism and Tantric Buddhism. In Buddhism, Mahakala represents a fierce form of Lord Vishnu, while in Hinduism, he embodies a powerful manifestation of both Shiva and Vishnu, serving as the consort of the goddess Mahakali. As a guardian deity, Mahakala is believed to protect individuals from harm and evil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis artwork specifically portrays the \"Black-Cloaked Mahakala,\" a two-armed form known for safeguarding Karma. He is illustrated in a \"warlock\" cloak, symbolizing his fierce and protective nature. This depiction originates from the terma of the Nyingma school and was later embraced by the Karma Kagyu during the era of the 2nd Karmapa Lama, Karma Pakshi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMahakala is frequently depicted alongside his consort, Rangjung Gyalmo, another fierce protector. While the Four-Armed Mahakala is technically the primary protector, the Six-Armed Mahakala is also a common Dharmapala in the Kagyu school. Mahakala is highly revered in Nepal, home to many temples and shrines dedicated to this powerful deity. His worship transcends both Hinduism and Buddhism, where he is also known as Kala Bhairava or Mahakala Bhairava.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e**Keywords:** Tibetan Thangka painting, Mahakala, guardian deity, Hinduism, Buddhism, fierce protector, Black-Cloaked Mahakala, Karma Kagyu, Nyingma school, Rangjung Gyalmo, Dharmapala, Nepal temples, Kala Bhairava, spiritual art, religious artwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e• Size\/ Dimensions Painting: 18.5 X 24.5 ( 47 x 63 cm)- Excluding outer border\u003cbr\u003e\n•  Surface Material:  Handmade Cotton Canvas\u003cbr\u003e\n• Paint Medium: Gold and Natural Colors\u003cbr\u003e\n• Origin: Hand Painted In Nepal\u003cbr\u003e\n• Quality: High Quality\/ Master Quality\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note the following important information before buying:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Color may vary slightly due to lighting and screen resolution.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Paintings are more captivating in person.\u003cbr\u003e\n- The mentioned size doesn’t include the outer border.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Paintings will be packed securely in a PVC Tube.\u003cbr\u003e\n- Buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and extra charges at the destination country, which are not included in the purchase price.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tibetan Thangka Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53226462970153,"sku":"2ARMMAHAKA1825","price":393.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/1282\/8201\/files\/il_fullxfull.7973582099_szwq.jpg?v=1780500576","url":"https:\/\/www.tibetanthangkaart.com\/products\/hand-painted-mahakala-thangka-black-cloaked-protector-tibetan-art","provider":"Tibetan Thangka Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}