Distemper On Cloth Collection

Mahakala, Protector of the Tent, ca. 1500. Creator: Unknown
Mahakala, Protector of the Tent, ca. 1500

Amoghasiddhi, the Buddha of the Northern Pure Land, ca. 1200-50. Creator: Unknown
Amoghasiddhi, the Buddha of the Northern Pure Land, ca. 1200-50

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

Mandala of Jnanadakini, late 14th century. Creator: Unknown
Mandala of Jnanadakini, late 14th century

Acala with Consort Vishvavajri, 1525-50. Creator: Unknown
Acala with Consort Vishvavajri, 1525-50. With its dazzling colours, dynamic figures, and imposing scale, this painting, a visualisation of the Chandamaharoshana tantra

Ushnishavijaya Enthroned in the Womb of a Stupa, dated 1510-19. Creator: Unknown
Ushnishavijaya Enthroned in the Womb of a Stupa, dated 1510-19. This is one of the earliest extant images of the rarely represented Buddhist goddess Ushnishavijaya

Tangka, late 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Tangka, late 18th century. Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton, silk applique, usually depicting a Buddhist deity, scene, or mandala

Vajrabhairava with His Consort Vajravetali, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Vajrabhairava with His Consort Vajravetali, 18th century

Portrait of a Lama, Possibly Dromton, last quarter of the 11th century. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of a Lama, Possibly Dromton, last quarter of the 11th century. Hands in dharmachakra mudra

Yamantaka, Destroyer of the God of Death, early 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Yamantaka, Destroyer of the God of Death, early 18th century. Yamantaka is a wrathful expression of Manjusri, the Samyaksambuddha of wisdom with two pairs of lamas

Sakya Pandita, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Sakya Pandita, 18th century

Portrait of Jnanatapa Attended by Lamas and Mahasiddhas, ca. 1350. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Jnanatapa Attended by Lamas and Mahasiddhas, ca. 1350

Chakrasamvara Mandala, ca. 1100. Creator: Unknown
Chakrasamvara Mandala, ca. 1100

Hevajra Mandala, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Hevajra Mandala, 15th century

Buddha Shakyamuni and Scenes of His Previous Lives (Jataka Tales), 1573-1619. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni and Scenes of His Previous Lives (Jataka Tales), 1573-1619

Mandala of the Sun God Surya Surrounded by Eight Planetary Deities, dated, likely 1379

White Tara and Green Tara, 1450-1500. Creator: Unknown
White Tara and Green Tara, 1450-1500. This is a unique arrangement of an extremely rare subject, showing two taras seated on lotus thrones rising from pools set in a mountainous backdrop

The Buddha Amitayus Attended by Bodhisattvas, 11th or early 12th century. Creator: Unknown
The Buddha Amitayus Attended by Bodhisattvas, 11th or early 12th century

Buddha Shakyamuni as Lord of the Munis, mid-17th century. Creator: Unknown
Buddha Shakyamuni as " Lord of the Munis", mid-17th century

Mandala of Chandra, God of the Moon, late 14th-early 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Mandala of Chandra, God of the Moon, late 14th-early 15th century

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"Unveiling the Mysteries: Distemper on Cloth" Step into a world where ancient artistry meets spiritual devotion as we explore captivating works of distemper on cloth. From the enigmatic Mahakala, Protector of the Tent, ca. 1500 to the serene Thanka with Buddha from the 19th century, these creations transport us through time and space. Amoghasiddhi, the Buddha of the Northern Pure Land, ca. 1200-50 beckons us with his tranquil presence while Acala with Consort Vishvavajri, 1525-50 exudes strength and determination. Ushnishavijaya Enthroned in the Womb of a Stupa dated between 1510-19 captivates our imagination with its intricate details. Intriguing tangkas like that from late 18th century and Vajrabhairava with His Consort Vajravetali from an unknown artist in the same era invite us to delve deeper into their symbolism and hidden meanings. The portrait of a Lama, Possibly Dromton from last quarter of the 11th century offers a glimpse into an esteemed figure's wisdom and spirituality. Yamantaka emerges as Destroyer of the God of Death in an early 18th-century masterpiece by an anonymous creator while Sakya Pandita mesmerizes us in another work dating back to that era. Portrait of Jnanatapa Attended by Lamas and Mahasiddhas transports us to around 1350 when this awe-inspiring piece was crafted. Finally, we encounter Mandala of Jnanadakini from late14th century - an intricately designed composition that invites contemplation and introspection. These remarkable artworks not only showcase exceptional skill but also serve as windows into different realms within Buddhism's rich tapestry. Join us on this journey as we unravel their stories etched upon cloth, connecting us to the divine and offering a glimpse into the spiritual realm.