Maitreya by Mukti Singh Thapa (Original Only)
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This exquisite painting by master artist Mukti Singh Thapa is of Maitreya, the future Buddha. It is believed that Maitreya is the successor to the present Buddha, Shakyamuni, and will appear on Earth, achieve enlightenment and teach the dharma. The piece displays Maitreya sitting on his golden throne under a garuda-topped torana, giving a prayer to his followers. Ratnasambava Buddha is depicted in the top left corner.
This stunning artwork displays Thapa's mastery of the 13th - 16th century Newar Design style through its rich color palette, precise lines, and use of traditional iconography while clearly expressing his artistic freedom and creativity. Rather than depicting the diety facing straight forward, the artist turns Maitreya to the side, opening the painting to allow for a greater story to be told.
This original thangka, or paubha in Nepal, is painted in the traditional style with ground mineral pigments on primed cotton canvas. The Buddha is painting with warm yellow orpiment and the rich red background is composed of cinnabar. The gold elements, such as Maitreya's crown and jewelry, are painstakingly painted with 24 carat gold. A painting of this size takes several months to compose, sketch and complete.
This original 89 cm painting is available to the discerning art lover. If you are interested, please email Mahakala@MahakalaFineArts.com for more information.
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Guru Rinpoche by Mukti Singh Thapa (Original Only)
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This staggering painting by master artist Mukti Singh Thapa is of Guru Rinpoche, or Padmasambhava in sanskrit. He was an Indian tantric master who played a major role in bringing Vajrayana Buddhism to Tibet in the eighth century. He is considered the founder of the Nyingma school, the oldest of the four major traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. This harmonious piece displays Thapa's mastery of the Tibetan style through its rich color palette, precise lines, and use of traditional iconography.
This original thangka, or paubha in Nepal, is painted in the traditional manner with ground mineral pigments on primed cotton canvas. The blue throughout the painting is rich lapis lazuli while the gold ornaments, such as the jewelry and objects, are painted painstakingly with 24 carat gold. A painting of this large size will take several months to compose, sketch and complete.
The original painting is available for the knowledgable collector. If you are interested in this painting, please email Mahakala@MahakalaFineArts.com. We will share the price on request as well as more information about this stunning painting.
Hitimunga by Mukti Singh Thapa (Original Only)
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This dazzling painting by master artist Mukti Singh Thapa is of a Hitimunga, or Makara in Sanskrit. It is part of Mukti's 'Early Collection' and, completed in 1984, one of the oldest pieces we have in the collection. As with all of the artist's work, it is painted in the traditional manner with mineral pigments on cotton canvas. The red body is painted with cinnabar and the jewelry is painted painstakingly with 24 carat gold.
The hitimunga, in Newari, is a mythical animal and is depicted in various ways. Typically, it has the lower jaw of a crocodile, the snout or trunk of an elephant, the tusks and ears of a wild boar, the darting eyes of a monkey, the mane of a horse, the paws of a lion, and the swirling tail feathers of a peacock.
The Newar art of Nepal uses the hitimunga extensively. In addition to appearing often in paubha, or thangka paintings, you will find it frequently in Newar architecture. It is found carved into wood and stone on temples and is often used as a water spout with water coming directly out of its mouth.
The artist has placed Varuna, the God of Water, at the top of the painting, as the hitimunga is his mount. At the bottom is a naga, taking the human form rather than that of a serpent.
The original thangka, or paubha, painting, is available for the astute collector. If you are interested in this original painting, please email Mahakala@MahakalaFineArts.com and we will share the price as well as more information about this unique piece.
Seven Chakras by Mukti Singh Thapa
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This captivating painting by master artist Mukti Singh Thapa is named Seven Chakras, after the seven energy centers in the human body. Chakras is an ancient concept and the word is derived from Sanskrit meaning ‘wheel.’ The chakras are aligned along the spine, starting from the base and moving all the way up to the top of your head. The background of fragmented colors depicts emptiness. This very unique piece displays Thapa's creativity in translating traditional subjects into modern style.
This original thangka, or paubha in Nepal, is painted in the traditional manner with ground mineral pigments on primed cotton canvas. For example, the blues are painted with lapis lazuli and the greens are composed of malachite. The gold ornaments, such as the crown and jewelry, are painted painstakingly with 24 carat gold. A painting of this size will take several months to compose, sketch and complete.
The original piece is no longer available. However, Mahakala Fine Arts has produced a Collector's Edition fine art print so that you can enjoy this museum quality work of art. This piece is limited to 100 prints and can only be found at Mahakala Fine Arts. It is printed on thick archival paper in the same professional quality used by top museums worldwide and looks remarkably similar to the original.
With your 68 cm (27 inch) fine art print you will receive an authentication card, numbered and signed by the artist in English and Nepali script, as well as an artist biography.
Mahakala Fine Arts donates a portion of all print sales to social programs in the Himalaya. Please join us!
If you have any questions or comments, please email Mahakala@MahakalaFineArts.com.
Yamantaka by Mukti Singh Thapa
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This striking painting by master artist Mukti Singh Thapa depicts Yamantaka, the wrathful protector who assumes this form to vanquish Yama, the God of Death. By defeating Yama, the cycle of rebirths, samsara, that prevents enlightenment is broken. Yamantaka is the ferocious aspect of Manjushri, the Buddha of Wisdom, and the red flames represent wisdom. This stunning piece displays Thapa's mastery of the Tibetan style through its beautiful colors, precise lines and traditional iconography.
This painting is part of Mukti's 'Early Collection' and was completed in 1991 when the artist's work was just gaining international acclaim. As with all of the artist's work, it is painted in the traditional manner with mineral pigments, crushed by hand, on primed cotton canvas. The brilliant blue is lapis lazuli from Afghanistan and the rich red flames are cinnabar. The gold crown and other ornaments are painted painstakingly with 24 carat gold.
The original thangka, or paubha, painting is available for the appreciative collector. Additionally, Mahakala Fine Arts has produced a Collector's Edition fine art print so that art lovers can enjoy this museum quality work of art. This piece is limited to 100 prints and can only be found at Mahakala Fine Arts. It is printed on thick archival paper in the same professional quality used by top museums worldwide.
With your 80 cm (31.5 inch) fine art print you will receive an authentication card, numbered and signed by the artist in English and Nepali script, as well as an artist biography.
Mahakala Fine Arts donates a portion of all print sales to social programs in the Himalaya. Please join us!
If you are interested in the original painting, please email Mahakala@MahakalaFineArts.com. Please note that the price ($999,999) on the website is just a placeholder. We will share the price on request as well as more information about this stunning painting.
