Interesting Tibetan thangka, depicting the seven Chakras of the Cosmic man, with red satin and brocade border, 95 cm x 37.5 cm (image) 147 cm x 56 cm (overall). Other notes: similar, Sotheby's Paris, Asian Arts 06 December 2007 Loka purusha (or the cosmic man) symbolically embodies the structure of the universe by incorporating macrocosmic symbology within the microcosmic framework of man. It is believed that thangkas of this nature (together with meditation), serve as important teaching tools to the aspirant who aims for spiritual ascent and enlightenment.