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Himalayan sacred art

Lama ThangkaHimalayan Sacred Art

Himalayan Thangka paintings

Sacred art, living tradition.

Hand-painted Thangkas from the Himalayas. Browse the collection and look closely at the details.

Each painting is made by hand on cotton cloth with natural colours. One work can take many weeks to finish.

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The collection

Look a little closer.

Hand-painted works for sale, from $180. Each piece is one of a kind.

Hand-painted works for sale, from $180.

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A close detail of a Thangka painting
Within the detailsAmitabha's Pure Land

Our approach

More than meets the eye.

Look slowly. Each shape and colour has a meaning. Small details are worth a second look.

We start with a simple step: look with care and respect for the tradition. Colours, hands and small scenes each carry a meaning.

Take your time.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

How do I buy a painting?+

Click Add to Cart to keep browsing, or Buy Now to go straight to checkout. Your cart is shared between the home page, the collection page and the detail pages.

How much is shipping?+

Shipping is free on orders over $500, and a flat $25 below that. Paintings ship rolled in a protective tube.

What is included in the price?+

Prices run from $180 to $420 and include the standard cotton brocade mount. Each piece is painted by hand and one of a kind. Small editions are the same designs in smaller sizes.

Can I return a painting?+

Yes — 14-day returns. Unroll it at home. Return it if it is not right.

How do I pay?+

At checkout you can pay securely by card. Payments are processed by Stripe.

How do I know my order went through?+

After you place an order you get an order number on screen. We write to your email with shipping news.

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Notes on sacred art.

Short plain guides to symbols, colours and figures. Read all notes.

Take a quiet moment.

Look again. There is always more to see. Start with the collection above.

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