Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo, Silk Applique Thangkas
Contemporary Buddhist Textile Art rooted in Tibetan Tradition
These new works by Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo bridge traditional and contemporary, East and West. The sacred Buddhist figures are drawn and stitched according to traditional iconography and technique, then placed in quilted backgrounds giving them a fresh and modern appeal. To purchase prints, click here. To buy or commission original work, contact Leslie. To join my community, click here and fill out the form.
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© 1997-2010 Leslie Freilich whose pseudonym is Leslie Rinchen-Wongmo
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The Tibetan word "thangka" is transliterated in various ways, and this pieced and embroidered fabric type is often referred to as applique thanka.
So whether you're looking for fabric thangka or applique tangka or silk thangkha or however you spell it, thanks for visiting! Enjoy your stay.