GOUACHE ON CANVAS. MANDALA. THANGKA. S.XX.

Description:
- Mandala gouache on canvas.
- Mandalas are symbolic spiritual and ritualistic representations of the macrocosm and microcosm, used in Buddhism and Hinduism.
- This particular mandala is of Tibetan origin.
- The technique used is Gouache, also called tempera, a type of water-based paint, very similar to watercolour.
- It is a water-based technique with thick and opaque colours, moreover, this paint stands out for its flexibility and its miscibility: once dry, the tempera paint remains soluble.
- In this mandala different deities are reproduced, such as Buddha, among others.
- The artistic quality and execution is very good.
- The gouache is executed in a variety of colours, mainly reds, browns and greens.
- The details of the gouache and the handling of the colours are really magnificent.

Conservation and Damage:
- The painting is in very good condition. It does not need cleaning.
- The frame has small insignificant rubs.
- The gouache has not suffered external aggressions such as humidity, insect attacks, rodents, etc.
- The Object shows the wear and tear typical of it's age.

Comments:
- Both the measurements and the weight are approximate.
- The tones of the colours in the photos are not the same as the tones of the real colours.
- The object is the one that corresponds to the photos.
- The description is not a detailed exposition of the object.
- The data provided here are personal opinions and are not verified.