Thankas are paintings generally associated with Tibetan Buddhism as aids to meditation. The art form has an unbroken tradition harking back to the murals of Ajanta. It is very much alive even today. Thanka painting as an art form became popular with the spread of the Lama schools to parts of India, Nepal, Bhutan, and even Mongolia. Seen
here is the Bhava Chakra or the wheel of life representing the Buddha’s teachings. To Buddhists, existence is a cycle of life, death, rebirth, and suffering that they seek to escape altogether.
These folk, tribal, and miniature art Puzzles will challenge children and engage adults. Seeing the stunning image emerge bit by bit can be thrilling. When completed the picture is ready to be framed.
In our attempt to help sustain Indian folk art and craft - artists are paid a royalty. You will be supporting the artist directly with your purchase.
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Spot clean with a wet cloth only.