【Product Information】

Main Deity: Hayagrīva

Lineage: Wrathful manifestation of Avalokiteśvara

Style: Karma Gadri

Artist: Songbu

Size: 4 × 5 cm

Materials: Mineral pigments, gold, cinnabar, lapis lazuli, turquoise

Technique: Fine detailing, gold outlining, full composition

【Description】

Hayagrīva is the wrathful form of Avalokiteśvara,

manifesting fierce compassion to swiftly remove obstacles, illness, and harmful forces.

His wrath is not anger—it is decisive, fearless compassion.

Symbolism

* Horse head: the roar of compassion shattering negativities

* Red body: blazing fire that burns ignorance

* Three eyes: clear vision into suffering

* Multiple arms: limitless methods of protection and subjugation

Blessings (As Taught in Tibetan Lineages)

* Subduing hostile forces and disturbances

* Healing wind disorders, epidemics, sudden illness

* Purifying environment and subtle negativity

* Removing obstacles, misfortune, and setbacks

* Strengthening courage, clarity, and stability

* Protecting practitioners and supporting spiritual progress

Hayagrīva is regarded as one of the most powerful wrathful deities in the Tibetan tradition.

【Artistic Features】

* Bright red body outlined in gold

* Expressive horse head with precise proportions

* Clear detailing of multiple arms and implements

* Full gold flame background creates powerful impact

* Signature Karma Gadri brightness and openness

* High detail density despite miniature size

* A strong example of Songbu’s mastery of wrathful deities

【Artist Overview】

Songbu excels in Karma Gadri compositions with luminous color layers and precise gold linework.

His miniature wrathful deities retain clarity, depth, and intensity.

This Hayagrīva piece stands out as one of his strongest works in the wrathful genre.