25" Xizang Vintage Lacquerware Gilded True Gold Painted Shakyamuni Two-sided Thangka Screen Insertion

Some pieces feel less like decor and more like the quiet center of a room. This 25" Xizang lacquerware screen has that kind of presence.

Tall and slender, it stands like a small doorway into another space — a framed world of color and gold where Shakyamuni sits at the heart of the scene. Each side of the two‑sided thangka-style panel is carefully painted, layered over old wood and enriched with true gold gilding that catches and softens the light. It has the atmosphere of something you might find in a temple alcove or a private shrine room: intimate, luminous, and deeply still.

The lacquered surface forms a dark, rich ground for the gold and pigment work, giving the figures and motifs a sense of depth and warmth. Look closely and you’ll see the intricacy of the brushwork, the deliberate balance of composition, and the way the gold outlines seem to hover just above the surface. Even when the room is quiet, the piece feels quietly alive.

Placed on a console, altar table, or dedicated shelf, this screen becomes a natural focal point. It can stand alone as a contemplative art object or be paired with incense, candles, or a small arrangement of objects to create a meaningful corner in your home. In a Japandi, wabi-sabi, or serene modern interior, it introduces a vertical line of color and history — a reminder to slow down each time your eye passes over it.

At Far East Finds, we look for pieces that carry both craftsmanship and atmosphere. This vintage Xizang lacquerware thangka screen, with its hand-painted Shakyamuni imagery and true gold gilding, offers both: a work that feels rooted in tradition yet perfectly at ease in a contemporary, tranquil space.

Details

• Title: 25" Xizang Vintage Lacquerware Gilded True Gold Painted Shakyamuni Two-sided Thangka Screen Insertion
• Type: Two-sided standing screen / thangka-style panel
• Origin: China (Xizang region)

Dimensions

• Height: 62 cm (24.5 in)
• Length: 38 cm (15 in)
• Width: 22 cm (8.7 in)
• Weight (including packing materials): 4.8 kg

Materials

• Old wood
• Lacquerware finish
• Gilded with true gold
• Hand-painted imagery in traditional thangka style

Condition

Vintage-style piece in good condition. Minor variations in the lacquer, gold, and painted details are consistent with handcrafted work and age, and form part of its character. Please refer to the photos for the most accurate sense of color, detail, and patina.