Shakyamuni Buddha with 34 Buddha Brocade Thangka Painting Hindu Lord Shiva Sterling Silver Pendant The gold accents on his

The gold accents on his robes and ornaments add a radiant quality to his serene and compassionate expression

With meticulous hand-painted details

In Zhang-zhung in the 7th century

8"H X 22"W approx

Shakyamuni Buddha with 34 Buddha Brocade Thangka Painting Hindu Lord Shiva Sterling Silver Pendant The gold accents on hisThis thangka is skillfully hand painted using traditional mineral and vegetable pigments, and is rich in detail and spiritual symbolism. At the center sits Shakyamuni Buddha, the historical Buddha who attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. Depicted in classic iconography, he is seated in the lotus position on a multicolored lotus throne, with his right hand in the earth touching mudra , a gesture that calls the Earth to witness his enlightenment