Manjushri Thangka (Karma Gadri Art)
The Calm Fire of Clarity
Imagine a calm morning sky where every cloud clears to reveal golden light. This Karma Gadri Manjushri Thangka captures that still moment, wisdom arising as peaceful radiance.
The Story in the Details
Dimensions: 75 × 50 cm (vertical)
Sacred Materials: 24K Gold, Hand‑Ground Mineral Pigments, Cotton Canvas
Hand‑Painted In: Patan, Kathmandu Valley, Nepal
Artistic Tradition: Karma Gadri Style
known for its spacious composition and gentle mountain landscapes.Framing: Unframed – ready for traditional brocade mounting.
A Unique Creation: Authentic one‑of‑a‑kind devotional artwork by master Newari artisans.
Iconography: A Visual Dharma Teaching
Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom, represents the radiant force that cuts through ignorance and reveals truth.
Sacred Form:
His golden‑amber body glows against a tranquil green aura and blue‑tinted sky, transforming confusion into lucid awareness.Posture:
Seated in perfect equilibrium on a lotus and moon seat, signifying purity and compassion in action.Mudras and Attributes:
The right hand raises the Flaming Sword of Prajna, symbol of discriminating wisdom. The left holds the lotus bearing the Book of Prajnaparamita, source of transcendent insight.Adornment:
A five‑point jewel crown and silken robes reflect the nobility of enlightened awareness.
The Living Landscape of the Mind
In Karma Gadri style, space itself is the teaching — vast, balanced, and quiet.
Background Style:
Soft mountains fade into open sky, inviting the mind to expand.Symbolic Elements:
Flowing rivers mirror clarity; lotus blooms arise pure amid earthly life.Sacred Realm:
A vision of Manjushri’s Pure Land of Wisdom and Gentle Presence.
A Legacy of Devotion in Every Brushstroke
Each layer of color is an act of mindful breathing.
Artistic Lineage:
Karma Gadri mastery spanning centuries of sacred geometry and natural realism.Renowned For:
Refined space, crisp lines, and balanced light that evoke tranquility.Essence:
Art that rests between earth and sky — devotion revealed through discipline.
A Sacred Tool for Your Path
For Meditation & Learning:
Invites focus and calm intellect to your practice space.Heart Mantra:
OM AH RA PA TSA NA DHIH – the sound of awakening wisdom.Blessing:
May this Manjushri Thangka illuminate your mind with clarity and open your heart to truth.



