Troma Nagmo Thangka | Hand-Painted Krodha Kali Dakini Tibetan Buddhist Art

This exquisite Troma Nagmo Thangka portrays the wrathful feminine deity also known as Krodha Kali in Sanskrit. She appears in deep black, nearly dark blue, symbolizing ultimate emptiness, wrathful compassion, and space-like wisdom.

At the center, Troma Nagmo dances in a powerful wrathful pose. Her right leg is bent and the left extended, embodying the destruction of ego and ignorance. Her fierce expression, three wide-open eyes, and fanged mouth pierce through illusion and ego-clinging.

She holds a curved knife in her right hand, a drigug, used in Chod to sever attachments. In her left hand rests a kapala, a skull cup brimming with swirling blood or nectar, signifying transformation of defilements into enlightened wisdom. Beneath her feet lies a human-like figure, symbolizing the trampling of ego and delusion.

Resting on her left shoulder is the khatvanga, a sacred tantric staff rich in symbolic meaning. It signifies her union with the masculine principle—her wisdom consort in symbolic form. The staff features a trident head, representing the three kayas: Dharmakaya (truth body), Sambhogakaya (enjoyment body), and Nirmanakaya (emanation body). Below the trident sit three freshly severed heads, symbolizing the transformation of the three poisons—ignorance, attachment, and aversion—into three wisdoms. A dry skull beneath them reminds us of impermanence and ego transcendence. Often wrapped in silk streamers and decorated with flames, the khatvanga embodies bliss, clarity, and the wisdom fire that consumes delusion. It represents more than a mere attribute—it symbolizes the profound union of wisdom (prajna) and method (upaya), harmonizing with Troma Nagmo’s wrathful yet enlightened presence.

She wears a crown of five skulls, each symbolizing the transmutation of the five mental poisons into the five aspects of awakened wisdom. Around her neck, she wears a garland of fifty severed heads, each representing purification of the Sanskrit syllables and the transcendence of duality.

She is decorated with traditional eight-piece bone ornaments—symbols of impermanence and liberation from egoic identity. Her lower body is wrapped in a tiger skin, showing mastery over primal passion. Draped across her back and shoulders are an elephant skin and a human skin cloak—emblems of conquering ignorance and offering the self completely.

Encircling her is a vibrant wisdom fire halo, burning away delusion, clinging, and conceptual thought.

In the top right corner appear the moon and stars, symbols of emptiness, feminine wisdom, and spacious awareness. The sun in the top left represents method, masculine energy, and compassionate action. Together, they symbolize the perfect union of wisdom and method, core to Vajrayana realization. Below them float soft clouds that lend softness to the cosmic space.

The surroundings feature lush mountains, trees, and rolling hills on both sides. At the bottom center are two skull offerings filled with swirling blood, each resting atop three human skulls. Between them lies the Five Senses Offering—heart, eyes, ears, nose, and tongue—symbolizing complete devotion and egoic surrender. Trees surround these sacred offerings, anchoring the scene in nature’s grounded vitality.

This Troma Nagmo Thangka is meticulously hand-painted on high-quality cotton canvas with vibrant acrylic paints, detailed with 24K gold, and crafted in traditional Tibetan style on a rich black background. A stunning blend of sacred art and spiritual symbolism, this thangka powerfully evokes transformation, fearlessness, and enlightened wisdom.

Size Details of the Troma Nagmo Thangka: 

Size with Border: 36" x 24.5"

Size without Border: 33.75" x 22"

Style: Tibetan

Weight: 95 grams – actual weight

Material: Cotton Canvas, Acrylic Paints Detailed with 24 K Gold

Care Instructions: To preserve the Thangka’s vibrant colors and luminous 24K gold accents, display it away from direct sunlight. Always handle with clean, dry hands, using gentle care to protect its fine details and timeless beauty.

Optional Services:

Silk Brocade Framing Available Upon Request: This Troma Nagmo Thangka is sold unframed. However, silk brocade framing is available upon request. Tibetan brocades use vibrant silk and sacred patterns to complement the thangka’s colors and meaning. Framing enhances its visual appeal and spiritual depth in any space. Skilled artisans craft each frame using traditional Tibetan techniques. Price varies from $45 to $250, based on fabric and design complexity. The framing process takes 3 to 5 business days. A brocade-framed thangka makes a powerful centerpiece for meditation rooms, temples, or home altars. It adds elegance, reverence, and lasting significance to your sacred art. For framing requests, please email us at info@himalayanmart.com. Each purchase supports Himalayan artisans and helps preserve centuries-old Tibetan cultural and spiritual heritage.

Consecration of Thangka Painting Available Upon Request: Consecration of your Troma Nagmo Thangka is available upon request during checkout. A qualified Tibetan monk or lama performs the sacred ritual with care and devotion. This ceremony blesses your Troma Nagmo Thangka with spiritual energy and authentic lineage connection. Once consecrated, it becomes a sacred object of presence and devotion. The blessing supports peace, clarity, and focus during meditation or daily practice. It deepens your connection to the Dharma and enriches your sacred space. Consecration complements brocade framing, offering a complete spiritual presentation. Though optional, the ritual holds great meaning for practitioners and collectors alike. It honors centuries-old Tibetan Buddhist traditions with deep reverence. The consecration brings awakened energy and spiritual depth into your environment. For details or special requests, contact us at info@himalayanmart.com. Bring home more than art—invite authentic spiritual presence into your life.

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