Vajrayana Buddhism Collection

A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha... between 1160 and 1161. Creator: Unknown
A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha (The Five Protective Charms) (image 3 of 3), between 1160 and 1161

The Buddhist Goddess Nairatmya, 16th century. Creator: Unknown
The Buddhist Goddess Nairatmya, 16th century

Vajrayogini as Naro Dakini, 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Vajrayogini as Naro Dakini, 18th century. The goddess and Buddha Vajrayogini lunges powerfully as she tramples two figures that symbolize the three mental poisons: delusion, hatred, and desire

A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha... between 1160 and 1161. Creator: Unknown
A Goddess, and the Goddess Mahapratisara, Two Folios from a Pancharaksha (The Five Protective Charms) (image 2 of 3), between 1160 and 1161

Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911. Creator: Unknown
Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911

Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911. Creator: Unknown
Mahamayuri, between 1644 and 1911

Acala with Consort Vishvavajri, 1525-50. Creator: Unknown
Acala with Consort Vishvavajri, 1525-50. With its dazzling colours, dynamic figures, and imposing scale, this painting, a visualisation of the Chandamaharoshana tantra

Tantric Deities Hevajra and Nairatmya in Ritual Embrace (Yab-Yum), c. 1600

One of the Five Celestial Buddhas, Seated with Hands in Gestures of Meditation (Dhyanamudra) and Reassurance (Abhaymudra), Ming dynasty (1368-1644), Yongle period (1403-24)

Green Tara, Seated in Pose of Royal Ease (Lalitasana), with Lotus Stalks on Right Shoulder and Hands in Gestures of Reasoning (Vitarkamudra) and Gift Conferring (Varadamudra)

Vajrayaksha (Kongo Yasha), Kamakura period, 1185-1333. Creator: Unknown
Vajrayaksha (Kongo Yasha), Kamakura period, 1185-1333

Vajradhara Buddha (copper alloy & gems)
PFR206537 Vajradhara Buddha (copper alloy & gems) by Tibetan School, (15th century); height: 17 cm; Private Collection; ePaul Freeman; Tibetan, out of copyright

Otsu-e of Shomen Kongoyasha (Vajrayaksha), 17th century. Creator: Unknown
Otsu-e of Shomen Kongoyasha (Vajrayaksha), 17th century. Edo period (1615-1868)

Hevajra Mandala, 15th century. Creator: Unknown
Hevajra Mandala, 15th century

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Vajrayana Buddhism, also known as Tantric Buddhism, is a complex and profound branch of Buddhism that emphasizes the use of ritual, meditation, and mantras to achieve enlightenment. Depictions of deities such as Acala with Consort Vishvavajri, Hevajra and Nairatmya in Ritual Embrace (Yab-Yum), and Green Tara, reflect the central role of these figures in Vajrayana practice. Vajradhara Buddha, the embodiment of ultimate reality, is a key figure, while Vajrayaksha (Kongo Yasha) serves as a protector. The Hevajra Mandala and Initiation Cards (Tsakalis) provide visual and textual guidance for rituals. These precious works of art, created between the 16th and 15th centuries, offer a glimpse into the rich and intricate world of Vajrayana Buddhism.