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TIRAKITA CO., LTD.
| Address | 339 Isshiki Hayama-machi Miura-gun Kanagawa, JAPAN ZIP:238-0026 |
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| Representative Name | Atsushi Umehara |
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Thangkha - Mandala of Dorje Seeds [56cm x 56cm].
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〔習作〕タンカ - ドルジェ種子曼荼羅[56cm x 56cm]
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(NP-TANKA-394)
Wholesale Price: Members Only
1 pc /set
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About 1 week
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[The size shown here is measured from the edge to the edge of the canvas. The canvas is cut by the artist, so it is not a perfect square.
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Country of manufacture: Nepal
Material / component: [[] Rock paint, a mixture of white clay and glue, applied to canvas.
Package: Identical to photo
Year of manufacture: 2025
Product tag: None
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Description
| *What is a seed mandala? In Buddhism, the characters that represent the Buddha are called seeds. A seed mandala is a mandala that does not directly depict the Buddha or Bodhisattva, but instead arranges [seed characters] that symbolize each Buddha. It is one of the mandalas in esoteric Buddhism, a way to connect with the Buddha through the symbolism of letters and sounds rather than shapes, and plays an important role in meditation and practice. Through this mandala, practitioners can internalize the energy of the Buddha and deepen their wisdom and compassion. In esoteric and Shingon Buddhism, where visual*audio practices are combined, the seed mandala is a particularly powerful means of contemplation. *Study. In recent years, many older people have been making handcrafts, but in Nepal, young students are learning how to draw Buddhist paintings and practice daily practice. This is a study work by students in Nepal who are learning how to paint Buddha. These are very atmospheric works, but they are available at reasonable prices! *What is Thangka? Thangkas are objects that help to visualize the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism to make them easier to understand, and to assist in one of the most important practices of Tibetan monks: meditation. Thangkas come in a variety of designs, but the most common are those depicting Milarepa, the Tibetan high priest, deities such as the thousand-armed Avalokitesvara, and figures known as yantras or mandalas. For us Japanese, those depicting mandalas and other figures are popular, but in Nepal and Tibet, those depicting deities seem to be more popular. |
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| Shipping Method | Estimated Arrival |
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| Sea Mail | From Jun.2nd 2026 to Aug.4th 2026 |
| Air Mail | From May.15th 2026 to May.19th 2026 |
| EMS | From May.14th 2026 to May.19th 2026 |
| Pantos Express | From May.18th 2026 to May.21st 2026 |
| DHL | From May.14th 2026 to May.18th 2026 |
| UPS | From May.14th 2026 to May.18th 2026 |
| FedEx | From May.14th 2026 to May.18th 2026 |
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Some trading conditions may be applicable only in Japan.
[length x width] approx. 56cm x 56cm
*The sizes shown here are measured from edge to edge of the canvas. The canvas is cut by the artist, so it is not a perfect square. [Material] A mixture of mineral pigments, white clay, and glue, applied to the canvas [Remarks] Please note that there may be a light smear of paint on the back of the thangkas due to the process of making the thangkas, which is a characteristic of the handmade nature of this product. Please note that some items that were actually displayed in local galleries or temples may show signs of age, such as folds along the edges. We would be happy if you cherish such items more as a special piece. [Product size] Approx. 56cm x 56cm x 1cm, approx. 50g [Category]Indian books and posters:Thangkas*Buddhist paintings [Tags] Dorje seed mandala Thangka Buddhist painting mandala Tibetan mandala hand painted Nepalese Buddhism Tibetan esoteric Buddhism Thangka mandala Buddhist painting India book print sticker postcard poster |
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In Buddhism, the characters that represent the Buddha are called seeds. A seed mandala is a mandala that does not directly depict the Buddha or Bodhisattva, but instead arranges [seed characters] that symbolize each Buddha.
It is one of the mandalas in esoteric Buddhism, a way to connect with the Buddha through the symbolism of letters and sounds rather than shapes, and plays an important role in meditation and practice.
Through this mandala, practitioners can internalize the energy of the Buddha and deepen their wisdom and compassion. In esoteric and Shingon Buddhism, where visual*audio practices are combined, the seed mandala is a particularly powerful means of contemplation.
*Study.
In recent years, many older people have been making handcrafts, but in Nepal, young students are learning how to draw Buddhist paintings and practice daily practice. This is a study work by students in Nepal who are learning how to paint Buddha. These are very atmospheric works, but they are available at reasonable prices!
*What is Thangka?
Thangkas are objects that help to visualize the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism to make them easier to understand, and to assist in one of the most important practices of Tibetan monks: meditation.
Thangkas come in a variety of designs, but the most common are those depicting Milarepa, the Tibetan high priest, deities such as the thousand-armed Avalokitesvara, and figures known as yantras or mandalas.
For us Japanese, those depicting mandalas and other figures are popular, but in Nepal and Tibet, those depicting deities seem to be more popular.
仏を表わす文字を仏教では種子（しゅじ）といいます。仏や菩薩の姿を直接描かずに、それぞれの仏を象徴する「種字」を配置した曼荼羅です。
密教における曼荼羅の一つで、形ではなく文字や音の象徴性を通じて仏とつながる方法であり、瞑想や修行において重要な役割を果たします。
このマンダラを通じて、修行者は仏のエネルギーを内面化し、智慧と慈悲を深めることができます。密教や真言宗においては、視覚的・音声的な修行が組み合わされるため、種子マンダラは特に観想の手段として強く用いられる曼荼羅なのです。
■習作です
近年、ハンディクラフトを作るのは年配の方が多くなりましたが、ネパールでは、若い学生たちが仏画の描き方を習い、日々の修行を実践しています。こちらはネパールで仏画を描いている学生たちの習作です。とても雰囲気のある作品ですが、お手頃なお値段でご購入いただけます
■タンカとは
タンカとはチベット仏教の教えを目に見える形にすることでその教えを理解しやすくすることを助けるもの、そしてチベット僧の重要な行いの一つの「瞑想」の手助けをするものです。
タンカの図柄には色々なものがありますが、代表的なものにはチベットの高僧であるミラレパを描いたものや、千手観音などの神様を描いたもの、そしてヤントラやマンダラと呼ばれる図形を描いたものがあります。
私たち日本人にとってはマンダラなどの図形を書いたものが人気ですが、本場ネパールやチベットでは神様を描いたものが人気なようです。