Country Group: The Himalayas (Tibet, Nepal, Mongolia and Other)

Item id: 5353

An unusual antique Tibetan thangka, measuring 6.75" H x 4.5" W, featuring a finely drawn bodhisattva set against a vivid lapis-blue ground. The figure’s serene expression, gracefully folded hands, and flowing robes—accented with green and ochre pigments—showcase the sensitivity and skill of its early painter. The halo of soft green, along with the ritual staff and drifting silk ribbons, adds striking visual depth. Surface wear and age patina are consistent with long devotional use, enhancing its authenticity and character. A rare, atmospheric work that will appeal to collectors of early Tibetan Buddhist painting.