The beauty and tenderness of Her countenance are matched by Her lithe limbs and torso, carved skilfully out of coniferous wood that grows in abundance in Nepal. The sumptuous red of Her dhoti and meditation sash, and the resplendence of Her ample shringar from head to toe, are brought out by the riotous pastels that colour the dual-layer lotus pedestal. The lalitasana is typical of Bodhisattvas steeped in meditation - note how a fresh lotus has sprouted where the right feet lowers and rests itself. Her right hand is in dhyana mudra, while the left is in the characteristic gesture reminiscent of the Three Jewels. From amidst the circle made by Her thumb and forefinger emerges a gracious blue lotus with a centre of golden light. A similar lotus to the right of Green Tara adds balance to the composition.
More stunning than those freshly bloomed lotuses is Green Tara's handsomely sculpted face. Framed by large pink ears - they say large ears are a sign of wisdom - adorned with glimmering floral kundalas, a magnificent crown with gold undertones sits on Her brow. Together with the matching bejewelled necklace, it constitutes the most striking part of this one-of-a-kind Green Tara sculpture. The Buddhists believe that whatever one sets one's heart upon, that one becomes. By visualising and meditating on Green Tara, one inches closer to compassion and eases into wisdom.
How to care for Wood Statues?
Wood is extensively used in sculpting especially in countries like China, Germany, and Japan. One feature that makes the wood extremely suitable for making statues and sculptures is that it is light and can take very fine detail. It is easier for artists to work with wood than with other materials such as metal or stone. Both hardwoods, as well as softwood, are used for making sculptures. Wood is mainly used for indoor sculptures because it is not as durable as stone. Changes in weather cause wooden sculptures to split or be attacked by insects or fungus. The principal woods for making sculptures and statues are cedar, pine, walnut, oak, and mahogany. The most common technique that sculptors use to make sculptures out of wood is carving with a chisel and a mallet. Since wooden statues are prone to damage, fire, and rot, they require proper care and maintenance.
It is extremely important to preserve and protect wooden sculptures with proper care. A little carelessness and negligence can lead to their decay, resulting in losing all their beauty and strength. Therefore, a regular clean-up of the sculptures is a must to prolong their age and to maintain their shine and luster.
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