Often time these thangkas are referred to in museum catalogs as "appliqué" thangkas, the term inaccurately describes this unique craft because there is no single background cloth onto which pieces are applied. It is a mosaic or patchwork of silk pieces outlined, cut, and arranged like a jigsaw puzzle to form a precise and intricate image of Buddhas.
Hand Sewn patchwork of silk pieces outlined, cut, and arranged like a jigsaw puzzle to form this beautiful one of a kind Zambhala silk brocade Thangka.
Vajrasattva with Consort also known as Dorsem Yab Yum in Tibetan. Silk Thankga are hand-stitched together, horsetail cords define contours, and details are embroidered. The technique renders a highly textured effect.
Silk Thankga are hand-stitched together, horsetail cords define contours, and details are embroidered. The technique renders a highly textured effect. Each thangka requires several months to complete.
