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Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka "Wheel of Life"
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Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka "Wheel of Life"

19th century
Description

This is a very good Tibetan Thangka, Buddhist painting on cotton silk appliqué which often depict a Buddhist deity scene or mandala. The subject here is the Wheel of Life (Bhavachakra) which is a visual representation of the Abhidharma teachings. (Art of Enlightenment).

This early 20th century example is in fine condition, beautifully framed in a good deep Victorian pinewood frame with a golden waxed finish.

The frame measures 80 cms by 65 cms overall.

UK insured delivery is £20

Physical Dimensions
Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Declaration

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Tibetan Wheel of Life Thangka to the 19th Century.

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SA1224131
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This is a very good Tibetan Thangka, Buddhist painting on cotton silk appliqué which often depict a Buddhist deity scene or mandala.
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The subject here is the Wheel of Life (Bhavachakra) which is a visual representation of the Abhidharma teachings.
Rams Head Antiques

(Art of Enlightenment).

fig 1. A hand-painted Tibetan Thangka depicting the Wheel of Life enclosed in a natural pine frame with a white mount.
fig 1. Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka "Wheel of Life"

This early 20th century example is in fine condition, beautifully framed in a good deep Victorian pinewood frame with a golden waxed finish.

The frame measures 80 cms by 65 cms overall.

UK insured delivery is £20

Height
80cm (31.50")
Width
65cm (25.59")
Date of Manufacture

Rams Head Antiques has dated this Tibetan Wheel of Life Thangka to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1224131
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Archive I A hand-painted Tibetan Thangka depicting the Wheel of Life enclosed in a natural pine frame with a white mount. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka "Wheel of Life"

Archive II A hand-painted Tibetan Thangka depicting the Wheel of Life enclosed in a natural pine frame with a white mount. View II
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Weardale
Durham
United Kingdom
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A hand-painted Tibetan Thangka depicting the Wheel of Life enclosed in a natural pine frame with a white mount.
Hand Painted Tibetan Thangka "Wheel of Life"
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A hand-painted Tibetan Thangka depicting the Wheel of Life enclosed in a natural pine frame with a white mount.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectWall Art
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTibetan Buddhist
  • MaterialCotton canvas, Wood, Glass
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsBhavachakra wheel, Wrathful deity figure, Multi-tiered realms, Circular mandala structure
  • SizeH 80 cm (31 in) x W 65 cm (26 in)

FAQs

A Wheel of Life Thangka, known as a Bhavachakra, is a complex Tibetan Buddhist painting depicting the cycle of existence, rebirth, and karma, traditionally used as an instructional tool in monastic settings.

Traditional Thangkas are created on cotton or silk canvas using mineral-based pigments bound with animal glue, often detailing figures with fine brushes and touches of gold paint.

Hand-painted Thangkas display subtle variation in line thickness, visible brushwork texture, and raised mineral paint layers rather than uniform, flat print dots seen in mechanical reproductions.

Mount the framed artwork as a focal point above a console table or sideboard, paired with natural timber elements and neutral textiles to highlight its intricate colours.

Display the piece away from direct sunlight and fluctuating humidity to prevent fading or canvas distortion, wiping the outer frame gently with a soft microfibre cloth.
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