Shakyamuni Buddha Thangka

Shakyamuni Buddha is depicted in this Thangka together with the two main disciples as it appears in the most classical representations.

Buddha is seated in Vajra posture (Lotus position) on a white moon disc and Lotus seat above a throne supported by two snow lions.  His left hand is in the lap holding a begging bowl while the right arm is extented across the leg with the fingers touching the earth. 

Standing at the sides the two Bodhisattva: Shariputra on the left and Maudgalyayana on the right, both holding a begging bowl and a khakkhara staff.

• Approx 27 in x 51 in
• Hand painted in Nepal