15" White Tara Copper Sculpture | Statue from Nepal

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15" White Tara Copper Sculpture | Statue from Nepal

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Name: 15" White Tara Copper Sculpture | Statue from Nepal
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: CAA063
Price: 1835.00 USD
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This exquisite representation of a statue from Nepal captures White Tara’s divine essence. With her elegantly poised posture, she exudes a sense of calm and compassion that reaches beyond the physical realm. Seated upon a lotus throne, White Tara’s presence evokes a sense of sacredness. She is often depicted as having an eye on the palms of her both hands, as she is called “Tara of Seven Eyes” a form of goddess popular in Mongolia. Her gentle countenance radiates with an expression of deep wisdom and benevolence, offering solace to those who seek her guidance. The copper statue boasts intricate gold gilding, a testament to Nepal’s rich traditions.

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Specifications

	CAA063
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 15.5 inch
	Width: 11.5 inch
	Depth: 8.5 inch
	Weight 7.40 kg

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A Vision of Compassion: The White Tara Sculpture

Crafted in the sacred land of Nepal, this exquisite sculpture depicts the revered Tibetan Buddhist goddess, Tara, in her serene White Tara form. Rendered in durable copper and adorned with a lustrous gold finish, this statue emanates an aura of tranquility and divine grace. The artistry involved is evident in every meticulously sculpted detail, from the delicate rendering of her facial features to the flowing drapery of her robes. The addition of vibrant gemstones, such as turquoise and coral, accentuates her regal adornments, symbolizing auspiciousness and spiritual wealth.

The White Tara: Goddess of Compassion and Longevity

In Buddhist mythology, Tara is a female Bodhisattva who embodies compassion, swift action, and protection. She is said to have emerged from a tear of the compassionate Avalokiteshvara, her form manifesting as a lotus blossom. The White Tara is particularly revered for her association with longevity, healing, and the granting of wishes. Her practice is believed to remove obstacles to long life and to bring about peace and well-being. She is often depicted with seven eyes – three on her forehead, and one each on her palms and soles – signifying her all-seeing compassion, capable of perceiving suffering in all directions. Her posture, typically seated in the lotus position with one leg extended, signifies her readiness to arise and offer aid at any moment.

Symbolism and Iconography

The iconography of this sculpture is rich with meaning. The lotus flower, a recurring motif, represents purity, enlightenment, and rebirth. The specific gesture of her right hand, resting gently on her right knee with palm facing outward, is the varada mudra, a gesture of bestowing boons and fulfilling wishes. Her left hand, holding the stem of a lotus, symbolizes her unwavering presence and the potential for spiritual awakening. The elaborate headdress and the numerous necklaces and bracelets she wears are indicative of her divine status and her power to protect her devotees from the eight great fears. The intricate details on the base, such as the lotus petals and the decorative border, further enhance the sacredness and beauty of this masterpiece. This sculpture is not merely an object of art but a conduit for spiritual devotion, inviting contemplation and invoking the blessings of the White Tara.

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.