TIBETAN NAGTHANG THANGKA WITH BODHISATTVA FIGURE,mid-19th century. Tibetan thangka that uses black background with fine gold lines is known as serthang (Tibetan for "gold thangka") or nagthang ("black thangka"). The main figure is a seated Bodhisattva in a meditation lotus pose. The figure is adorned with beautiful jewelry and flowing robes and is surrounded by likely representations of Arhats, Buddhas, or other Bodhisattvas. Unframed. - 24 1/4 in. x 17 1/2 in. Estimate $200-300
