Tara
Thangka Image Library
Discover the world of thangka art.
Explore Buddhist icons, mandalas and Himalayan visual culture—then access the complete high-resolution collection in one place.
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- Curated images
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- Complete collection
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A visual index of Buddhist art
Begin with a small selection from the complete image library. Each work is presented with a clear title for easier discovery and study.
Buddhas
Medicine Buddha
药师佛
Bodhisattvas
Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshvara
千手观音
Tara
White Tara
白度母
Protectors
Mahakala
玛哈嘎拉
Pure Lands
Amitabha Pure Land
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1,512 high-resolution images, ready to explore.
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Sacred Tree in Buddhist Art: How to Read the Canopy
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Buddhist Patchwork Robe: How to Document the Pattern
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