Thangka Padmasambhava, Padma Gyalpo

Guru Padmasambhava is the master of wisdom and skillful means who was so important in bringing the Vajrayana tradition to Tibet in the past. He founded a living tradition which is still thriving today. Known as the Lotus-Born Lord and the Precious Guru, he was and is very well known for his yogic powers which enabled him to tame all kinds of hostile beings.On this Thangka he is shown as Padma Gyalpo of Uddiyana, the Lotus Prince, king of the Tripitaka (the Three Collections of Scripture). He is painted looking like a young crowned prince or king. More information on Guru Rinpoche you can find on:
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The painting is painted with Faber Castell Albrecht Dürer Watercolour pencils. The size of this painting is 24cm x 32cm.