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Thangde Gatsal Collection on Thangka Buddhist Art

 Collection
Identifier: M358

Abstract

The Thangde Gatsal Collection on Thangka Buddhist Art contains a large body of Thangka artwork, created by specially trained artists at the Thangde Gatsal Art Studio and School in Dharamsala, India. The collection showcases the unique style of Thangka paintings and is of particular religious, philosophical, and historical significance.

Dates

  • Other: Date Not Yet Determined

Creator

Digital Repository

Thangde Gatsal Collection on Thangka Buddhist Art

Language of Materials

Materials in English and Sanskrit.

Biographical / Historical

The Thangde Gatsal Art Studio and School in Dharamsala, India, provided the digital images of Thangka Artwork found in this collection. The studio, founded in 2000 by Master Locho and Sarika Singh, provides training in the production of Thangka paintings, education on Himalayan Buddhist culture, and helps to preserve the ancient practice of Thangka style painting. The studio’s goal is to increase global awareness of this unique art form while training... future practitioners. Thangde Gatsal studio sponsors the University of Denver’s International Service Learning program in Dharamsala. Through this connection, many students and faculty have worked and learned at the studio, further fostering relationships between the studio and various departments on campus.

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Extent

6,902 Files

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