A Maitreya Buddha thangka is a Tibetan Buddhist painting that depicts Maitreya, the future Buddha who will come when the teachings of the current Buddha, Shakyamuni, have faded. Maitreya embodies the hope for future enlightenment and represents compassion and renewal.
In these paintings, Maitreya is often shown sitting on a throne with one leg hanging down or crossed, symbolizing his readiness to descend to Earth and assist in guiding beings to enlightenment. This position reflects his future role as a teacher and savior.
