Vairocana Buddha (Great Sun Buddha) Rebgong Mini Thangka Pendant Red & Gold Hand-Painted Buddha Head · Double-Sided Customizable · 3.0 cm

Product Overview

This refined Vairocana Buddha (Great Sun Buddha) mini thangka pendant is hand-painted by skilled artists from Rebgong (Amdo, Qinghai)—one of the most important centers of traditional Tibetan thangka art.

Rendered in a red and gold composition, the piece features a dignified Buddha head illuminated by layered gold powder against a cinnabar-red mineral background. Paired with an ornamental jewelry-grade copper casing, it is designed as a wearable sacred artwork that balances devotional meaning with refined craftsmanship.

Who Is Vairocana Buddha

Vairocana Buddha—also known as Mahavairocana, Birocana, or Nampar Nangdze—is the supreme, central deity in Tibetan Vajrayana Buddhism.

• He is the main Buddha of both the Vajradhatu and Garbhadhatu Mandalas, forming the doctrinal core of esoteric Buddhism.

• Symbolizing the ultimate nature of reality and cosmic order, Vairocana represents clarity, wisdom, and the fundamental law of the universe.

• In iconography, he is often depicted in meditation posture, embodying perfect balance and inner stillness.

• Vairocana Buddha is also one of the Five Dhyani Buddhas and is traditionally associated as the guardian Buddha for Goat and Monkey, as well as the Western zodiac signs Leo and Aquarius.

Artistic Style & Rebgong Origin

This pendant reflects the classic Rebgong (Regong) painting tradition, renowned for its disciplined iconography and serene visual language.

• Authentic Rebgong facial style: rounded proportions, dignified expression, calm and compassionate gaze

• Pure hand-painting with mineral pigments

• Cinnabar red background made from coarse mineral particles, creating depth and a natural matte texture

• Multi-layered gold powder halo, producing a subtle yet radiant back-glow

Rebgong thangkas are celebrated not only for their technical rigor, but also for their ability to convey quiet strength and spiritual composure—qualities clearly present in this piece.

Materials & Craftsmanship

• Hand-painted using natural mineral pigments

• Traditional gold powder layering technique

• Fine detailing executed under magnification

• Mounted in an ornamental jewelry-grade copper casing, enhancing durability and wearability

Each pendant is individually painted—no printing, no duplication.

Meaning & Cultural Symbolism

In Tibetan Buddhist tradition, Vairocana Buddha symbolizes illumination, clarity, and alignment with universal principles.
Wearing a Vairocana Buddha image is traditionally understood as:

• A reminder of inner clarity and disciplined awareness

• A symbol of confidence, forward momentum, and harmony between intention and action

• An emblem of auspiciousness, guidance, and noble aspiration within Buddhist culture

This piece is best appreciated as a cultural and spiritual symbol, reflecting centuries of Himalayan artistic and philosophical tradition.

Size, Format & Customization

• Painting size: approx. 3.0 cm

• Format: Mini thangka pendant

• Double-sided structure:

  • Front: Vairocana Buddha image

  • Back: Customizable thangka card (optional)

• Suitable for daily wear, travel, or as a meaningful gift

Usage & Placement

• Personal pendant for daily wear

• Portable devotional image for travel

• Thoughtful gift for practitioners, collectors, or art lovers

• Suitable for those interested in Tibetan Buddhist art, Rebgong painting, or symbolic jewelry

What You Will Receive

• 1 × Hand-painted Vairocana Buddha mini thangka pendant

• Jewelry-grade copper casing

• Protective packaging suitable for gifting

Cultural Note

This artwork is a handcrafted religious and cultural object rooted in Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
It is not a medical or fortune-guaranteeing product, but a piece intended for art appreciation, cultural connection, and personal reflection.