The birth of giant Thangka paintings

Updated: 2016-07-21 09:50

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The birth of giant Thangka paintings

Thangka, a Tibetan Buddhist painting on cotton or silk, usually depicts a Buddhist deity, scene or mandala. The artwork usually performs several different functions including being used as a teaching tool, meditation tool, or as a prayer medium during rituals. [Photo/Xinhua]

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