Accession Number1978/2.1
TitleMandala of a Dhyana Buddha, possibly Amitayus
Artist(s)Object Creation Date20th centuryMedium & SupportInk, gouache, and gold pigment on cottonDimensions 19 7/8 in. x 15 1/4 in. ( 50.5 cm x 38.7 cm )
Credit LineGift of Mrs. Gracia E. van LooSubject matterA representation of one of the Dhyana Buddhas of Tibetan Buddhism, possibly Amitayus, surrounded by images of other deities and major gurus (teachers).
Physical DescriptionA portable painting (thangka) in gouache and gold pigment on sized cotton, framed with concentric borders of red and yellow figures silk, with an outer border of white satin with embroidered floral designs. The painting is designed to be rolled up when not in use.
Primary Object Classification Painting Primary Object TypethangkaCollection AreaAsianRightsIf you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit
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Keywords
Buddhas (visual works)
Buddhism
Himalayan
bodhisattva
teachers