Yamantaka Thangka Painting - Hand-Painted Tibetan Buddhist Art with Silk Brocade

This original hand-painted Tibetan Thangka depicts Yamantaka, the fierce wrathful protector and Conqueror of Death. Painted with master-level detail and framed with premium silk brocade, this Thangka embodies Yamantaka’s immense power, wisdom, and compassion.

Symbolism & Iconography

Multiple Heads & Limbs: Seven wrathful heads crowned by a buffalo head, with numerous arms and legs—showing his limitless strength to destroy ignorance.

Wrathful Expression: Scorpion-like hair, sharp fangs, blazing eyes, and a protruding tongue, meant to terrify hostile forces while protecting devotees.

Sacred Implements: Central hands hold a skull cup and chopping knife while embracing his consort Vajra Vetali. Other hands carry ritual objects such as vajras, knives, tridents, and severed heads.

Manjushri’s Head: Atop his crown rests the peaceful face of Manjushri, reminding us that wisdom and compassion lie beneath wrathful appearances.

Lotus & Flames: Standing on a lotus and sun disc, surrounded by fire—symbolizing wisdom that burns away ignorance.

Subjugation Pose: Yamantaka’s feet trample deities, birds, and animals, showing his triumph over destructive forces.

Why This Thangka is Special

Painted on handmade Tibetan cotton canvas using natural mineral pigments and gold.

Oil-varnished finish enhances colors and protects the artwork.

Mounted with high-quality silk brocade, this piece is perfect for hanging or as a meditation aid.

Represents ferocious compassion, guiding practitioners to overcome death, ignorance, and obstacles.

Details

Inner Painting Size: 19.5 x 26.5 in (50 x 67 cm)
With Silk Brocade: 38 x 52 in (96 x 130 cm)
Material: Tibetan cotton canvas, natural stone pigments, gold powder, Tibetan hide glue
Origin: Hand-painted in Nepal
Quality: Masterpiece

Important Information:
- Each Thangka is individually hand-painted, making every piece one-of-a-kind.
- Colors may appear slightly different in person due to lighting or screen settings.
- The accurate detail and beauty of this artwork are even more vibrant when seen firsthand.
- Listed dimensions apply to the painting only and do not include the outer border.
- All orders are securely packed in a durable PVC tube to ensure safe delivery.
- Buyers are responsible for any import taxes or customs duties that may be charged in their country.