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A set of eleven paintings depicting Amitabha, Avalokiteshvara, Padmasambhava, his eight forms, and his life story surrounding the main figures. Currently housed in Tashicho Dzong, Thimphu. They are said to have been commissioned by the fourth desi of Bhutan, Tenzin Rabgye (1638-1696), in the late 17th century. The first painting depicting Amitabha has not been photographed.

HAR Team, 4-2026

Avalokiteshvara (Bodhisattva & Buddhist Deity)
Chaturbhuja (4 hands)

Padmasambhava
(Life Story)

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Dorje Drolo

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Senge Dradog

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Loden Chogse

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Pema Gyalpo

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Shakya Senge

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Nyima Oser

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Orgyen Dorje Chang

Padmasambhava
8 Forms: Pema Jungne