13" Goddess Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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13" Goddess Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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Green Tara, also known as Samaya Tara, graces us with her presence in a regal posture, her left leg gracefully crossing over the main lotus and finding rest on a serene blue lotus, poised to rise and extend her helping hand to those in need. Clothed in maroon Buddhist robes and adorned with intricate jewelry, her earrings symbolize virtues of patience, understanding, and renunciation.

Her diadem, adorned with five radiant jewels, signifies the profound transformation of the five delusions into the sublime wisdom of the Five Buddhas. With a benevolent countenance, she sits upon a pristine white moon disk, resonating with the vitality of the naval chakra center and its associated replenishing nectar.

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Specifications

	CAA144
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 13 inch
	Width: 9 inch
	Depth: 5.5 inch
	Weight 2.90 kg

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Epitome of Compassion: The Green Tara Statue

This magnificent statue captures the serene and compassionate form of Green Tara, a beloved deity in Tibetan Buddhism. Crafted with exquisite detail in Nepal, this copper masterpiece is adorned with a lustrous gold finish, imbuing it with a divine radiance that speaks of spiritual profundity. The statue stands at a commanding 13 inches, its presence filling a space with an aura of peace and enlightenment.

Divine Grace and Symbolism

Green Tara is revered as the goddess of enlightened activity, the mother of liberation, and the embodiment of swift compassion. Legend tells of her emergence from a tear of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, shed in sorrow at the suffering of the world. Her green complexion symbolizes her active, dynamic compassion, ever ready to respond to the pleas of beings. She is depicted here in the posture of ease, seated on a lotus throne, a symbol of purity and enlightenment. Her right hand is extended in the gesture of *varada mudra*, granting boons and blessings, while her left hand, at her heart, holds the stem of a lotus, representing her purity and ability to transform suffering.

Artistry and Craftsmanship

Each element of this statue showcases the exceptional skill of Nepalese artisans. The intricate crown adorning her head, the delicate jewelry that graces her form, and the flowing robes all speak to a tradition of craftsmanship honed over centuries. The fine details of her facial features – the serene gaze of her eyes, the gentle curve of her lips, and the subtle markings on her skin – convey a sense of profound inner peace and boundless empathy. The lustrous gold plating not only enhances the visual appeal but also signifies her awakened state and spiritual brilliance. The lotus pedestal upon which she rests is rendered with remarkable realism, its petals unfurling in an elegant display of natural beauty, mirroring the spiritual unfolding of the devotee.

A Beacon of Hope and Protection

In Buddhist traditions, Green Tara is invoked for protection, healing, and the overcoming of obstacles. She is known for her swiftness in answering prayers, offering solace and guidance to those who seek her aid. This statue serves as a potent reminder of her compassionate presence and an invitation to cultivate mindfulness and compassion in one's own life. Whether placed in a meditation space, a home altar, or a place of reverence, it radiates an energy of protection, wisdom, and unconditional love, making it a truly remarkable and inspiring piece of sacred art.

How are Nepalese copper statues made?

Nepalese statues and sculptures are best known for their unique small religious figures and ritual paraphernalia for over two thousand years. These are mainly cast in copper alloy. Nepal draws influences from the artistic styles of Buddhism and Hinduism, and therefore the sculptors of the country specialize in making the icons of both these religions. Over the years, Nepalese sculptures evolved into their own distinctive iconography. Some characteristic features of these sculptures that differ from other pieces are exaggerated physical postures, youthful and sensual features, languid eyes, wider faces having serene expressions, and ornate flourishes. The Buddhist deity icons of Nepal have tremendous demand in countries such as China and Tibet for ritual purposes in their temples and monasteries.

Nepalese statues and sculptures have a high copper content and therefore develop a slightly reddish patina on the surface as they age. However, the most unique feature of Nepalese copper statues is their decorative detailing. The pieces are heavily gilded and sometimes inlaid with semi-precious stones. This embellishment protects them from getting tarnished. The traditional lost-wax method for casting Nepalese copper statues remains the most practiced technique in Nepal for many centuries. This process involves many steps and requires skilled artists.

The first step in lost-wax sculpting is to make a wax replica of the desired Buddhist deity to be cast in copper. This replica is created by hand and therefore needs excellent artistic skills otherwise fine features will be lacking.

Once the wax replica is made, it is then coated with a special mixture of clay with a brush. This layer of clay is hardened when left to dry. A small hole is made on the base of the wax mould so that the wax flows away when it is heated.

At this stage, a hollow mould in the shape of the deity is obtained.

This is the time to pour liquid copper into the hollow mould which is then allowed to cool and harden inside a container of cold water. When the liquid metal has hardened, the mould is removed and the statue within is revealed.

The artist works on the details of the statue using various tools. It is then polished to get a shiny and lustrous surface.

Now comes the most important part of Nepalese art which is gold gilding. This is done by the traditional fire gilding method. A mixture of mercury and 18K gold is applied on the surface of the statue and heat is applied using a flame torch. The result is that mercury evaporates along with impurities, leaving a pure 24K gold finish.

The lost-wax method of sculpting is the most preferred technique

for artists to cast a metallic statue having intricate details. Since Nepalese copper sculptures require extraneous effort for giving a majestic look by adding special embellishments, it takes several weeks to complete one masterpiece. A 24K gold gilded copper sculpture retains its brilliant luster for many years and appears as like before. Nepalese sculptures continue to remain one of the finest specimens of the art of the East that have a strong aesthetic appeal that other sculptures cannot match.