Description
The mandala of Kurukulla was brought to Tibet by Atisha Dipamkara in the 11th Century and was popular in the early Kadampa school. Kurukulla is a female Buddha who is considered an emanation of Tara and a symbol of active enlightenment. Her form is associated with stability and success in worldly
matters, as well as indeed magical powers, such as subjugating evil powers, personal enemies, and attracting material wealth. Her three eyes behold the past, present and future. With her four arms and ritual ornaments, she hooks onto whatever sentient beings desire.
Created in the “Mar.tang” style, which means gold lines on a red background, the painting is also known as “Tsel tang”, after the red vermillion used in the background.
