Six-Armed Mahākāla Thangka – Rebgong Blue Cloud Background | Hand-Painted Protector Deity with Black-Gold Double-Sided Metal Case

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Product Overview

This product presents Six-Armed Mahakala (Mahākāla) as a high-grade Thangka Pendant, crafted and presented in the Rebgong artistic tradition. The image is fully hand-painted using traditional techniques and mounted in a double-sided copper frame, designed for durability, portability, and long-term preservation.

Created as a refined devotional object, this piece reflects the disciplined craftsmanship of Tibetan Buddhist thangka painting. The work emphasizes iconological accuracy, balanced composition, and material integrity, positioning it as both a sacred image and a collectible artwork.

② Deity Introduction

Six-Armed Mahakala is one of the most important Dharma Protectors in Tibetan Buddhism. He is traditionally recognized as a wrathful emanation of Avalokiteshvara (Chenrezig), manifesting compassionate intent through powerful protective action.

Within the Vajrayana system, Mahakala represents unwavering protection of the Dharma, its practitioners, and authentic lineages. His iconography embodies fearless wisdom, disciplined resolve, and the strength required to guard spiritual commitments.

③ Spiritual Meaning & Practice Logic

Six-Armed Mahakala is traditionally associated with protection, obstacle-clearing, and the stabilization of spiritual practice. His symbolism emphasizes correct motivation, disciplined conduct, and responsibility for one’s karmic conditions.

Rather than promising results, Mahakala practice highlights inner readiness and proper causes. The image serves as a contemplative support, reminding practitioners to cultivate diligence, clarity, and continuity on the path.

④ Combined Practice Logic

Not applicable.
This piece represents a single-deity composition, focusing entirely on the unified protective function of Six-Armed Mahakala rather than a combined or dual practice system.

⑤ Artistic Origin & Lineage

This work follows the Rebgong (Amdo) Thangka tradition, one of the most significant regional schools of Tibetan Buddhist art. Rebgong art developed through centuries of transmission, integrating influences from Nepalese Newar painting, Sakya lineages, and later Gelug stylistic systems.

Rebgong Thangka is known for its fine line work, rich mineral coloration, and detailed narrative expression. This piece is entirely hand-painted by a trained lama artist, adhering to canonical proportions and traditional standards rather than workshop or factory production.

⑥ Materials & Craftsmanship

• Fully hand-painted by a lama artist

• Natural mineral pigments for long-term color stability

• Double-sided copper frame with black-gold finish

• Full-surface painting (no printed or digital elements)

Each material is selected to ensure durability, visual depth, and suitability for respectful devotional use.

⑦ Size, Format & Details

• Painting size: 4 × 5 cm

• Format: Thangka Pendant

• Structure: Double-sided framed construction

• Use form: Wearable or portable devotional object

⑧ Usage & Suitable For

This piece is suitable for:

• Vajrayana practitioners engaged in protector-related practice

• Collectors of authentic Rebgong Thangka art

• Personal meditation spaces or travel shrines

It is not positioned as a general decorative accessory.

⑨ Cultural Note & Disclaimer

This product is offered as a religious artwork and cultural object. It does not guarantee specific spiritual, physical, or material outcomes. Its value lies in its artistic lineage, traditional craftsmanship, and its role as a contemplative and practice-supporting image.

Respect for its cultural and religious context is strongly encouraged.