Pair of Indo-Tibetan Thangkas, probably 19th century, ink and color on cloth mounted on silk brocade, 48" x 29-3/4". Matted and framed. Provenance: Personal collection of Paul Rosenthal, Baton Rouge, Louisiana. In one thangka, a blue Mahakala stands beneath the flower-ensconced figure of Shakyamuni seated on a lotus base. In the other, Vajrabhairava and Vidyadhara are depicted embracing beneath the blue lotus base upon which Shakyamuni sits surrounded by clouds. In both, the central figure is shown surrounded by a host of bodhisattvas.

Losses on both works consistent with having been rolled and unrolled. Both exhibit light scuffs to surface, abrasions and minor soiling. Both thangkas also display pinholes in binding margin. One painting has a small tear on the lower right binding. The other has a minor hole on the left middle edge and a drip on the upper right corner that should be easily removable. No visible evidence of restoration. Colors maintain intensity and wear is consistent with age, material and display.