Tara, Green, Thangka, ancient

A 450 year old Thangka of the Green Tara from Tibet.

Worn by centuries of use and darkened by temple smoke but still beautiful, powerful and unique. A fine example of early Tibetan devotional art - in poor to fair condition.

A Mantra blessing is clearly readable on the back of painting. 

Tara in Sanskrit means "Star".

Tara - The Healing and Protection Deity: The embodiment of Compassion, the feminine aspect of Buddha.

She is the Goddess Mother who emerged from the tears of the All-Compassionate Avalokiteshvara Buddha.  

She protects, heals and Awakens while her love is stronger than that of a mother's love for her children. She gifts longevity, protects earthly travel, and guards her followers on their spiritual journey to Enlightenment. 

Size: 44" tall x 25" across

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