This mandala is also called five circles mandala and it is designed to facilitate meditation.
Each circle surrounding the Buddhas is symbol of protection from external interferences. The ring of lotus petals inside the circle symbolize purity and spiritual intention that is necessary to practice meditation.

In some thangka paintings they are positioned along the cardinal points in others, like in this mandala, they are placed in the corners.

Among the several wrathful deities and Bodhisattvas that populate this mandala, thousand-armed Avalokiteshvara on the top.

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Size: 9"/ 23 cm (width) x 11"/ 28 cm (height)
Materials: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Colors, Genuine 24K Gold
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THIS THANGKA IS HAND-PAINTED IN THE TRADITIONAL STYLE AND THE QUALITY IS HIGH

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Framing:
-Not mounted on a traditional brocade
-Tibetan Silk brocade is available in a variety of colors and quality
-Price ranges from $35 to $100 depending upon the silk quality
-Additional 3 business days for this service
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-4-10 business days for delivery
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Return Policy:
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Please contact us to:
- Custom order a thangka of any Vajrayana deity. Usually, it takes 2-5 months (depending on complexity) to finish such a thangka of average size.