Framed Pair of Antique Tibetan Buddhist Illuminated Manuscript Leaves – Green Tara & Palden Lhamo

An exceptional, finely rendered pair of antique Tibetan Buddhist illuminated manuscript leaves, dating from the late 19th to early 20th century. Executed in vibrant polychrome gouache on paper with delicate gold highlights, each miniature devotional painting features hand-inked Tibetan script along the lower margin.

This matched pair offers a beautiful thematic and theological balance, capturing two of the most revered female figures in the Tibetan Buddhist pantheon—one peaceful and one wrathful:

 The Peaceful Manifestation (Green Tara): Depicts Syamatara, the beloved bodhisattva of active compassion and immediate protection from fears. She is shown seated in a posture of royal ease (lalitasana) upon a blooming pink lotus throne, framed by a soft pink halo and a radiant rainbow aureole while flanked by lotus blossoms.

 The Wrathful Manifestation (Palden Lhamo): Depicts the fierce, principal female Dharma protector (Dharmapala). She is traditionally shown crossing a sea of blood upon her signature yellow mule, enveloped by roaring wisdom flames and brandishing her staff to clear obstacles and subdue negative forces.

Presentation & Framing

Both manuscript leaves are elegantly presented to gallery standards, individually floated on premium cream linen mats and housed in matching, classic gilt wood frames. The presentation makes this rare pair completely ready to display as a unified wall statement.

Condition & Authenticity

The artwork shows a gentle, genuine patination, soft tonal aging, and minor stable pigment wear to the historic paper consistent with age and ritual heritage. This authentic character adds excellent depth and provenance to the presentation.