19" Buddhist Deity White Tara Copper Idol from Nepal | Nepalese Copper Statue

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19" Buddhist Deity White Tara Copper Idol from Nepal | Nepalese Copper Statue

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Name: 19" Buddhist Deity White Tara Copper Idol from Nepal | Nepalese Copper Statue
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: CAA215
Price: 1105.00 USD
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White Tara, the embodiment of compassionate feminine wisdom in action, derives her name from its meanings: 'she who ferries across,' 'one who saves,' or 'star.' Notably, White Tara possesses seven eyes, including an additional third eye on her forehead and one on each hand and foot. These eyes symbolize her unwavering vigilance and her profound insight into the world's suffering.

Seated gracefully in the padmasana (diamond lotus posture), her feet gently elevated, White Tara radiates serenity. Her right hand extends in the boon-granting gesture, while her left hand rests in a protective mudra. Within her left hand, an intricate lotus blooms, bearing three blossoms.

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Specifications

	CAA215
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 19 inch
	Width: 13 inch
	Depth: 10 inch
	Weight 9 kg

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Embodiment of Compassion: White Tara

Behold this exquisite copper idol, a magnificent depiction of White Tara, a revered Bodhisattva in Tibetan Buddhism. Crafted with meticulous detail in Nepal, this sculpture transcends mere artistry to become a conduit of divine grace and benevolent energy. White Tara, often referred to as the "Mother of all Buddhas," is the female aspect of Avalokiteshvara, embodying compassion, longevity, healing, and ultimate enlightenment. Her tranquil visage, with its serene gaze and gentle smile, invites a sense of peace and inner calm, while her posture exudes an aura of serene power.

Symbolism and Divine Attributes

The iconography of White Tara is rich with symbolic meaning. She is depicted here in her characteristic seated posture, with her right hand extended in the gesture of *varada mudra*, offering blessings and boons, and her left hand resting in her lap, holding the stem of a lotus flower. The lotus, blooming even in muddy waters, symbolizes purity, spiritual awakening, and the transcendence of worldly suffering. Her seven eyes, three on her forehead and one on each palm and sole of her feet, represent her omnipresent watchfulness and her ability to perceive all beings' needs and suffering. The intricate adornments, including the bejeweled crown and elaborate ornaments, signify her celestial nature and her radiant qualities. The use of copper, enhanced with gold, further elevates the statue's sacredness, signifying purity and enlightenment, and giving it a luminous glow.

Artistry and Cultural Heritage

This remarkable piece is a testament to the enduring artistic traditions of Nepal, a land steeped in spiritual devotion and exquisite craftsmanship. Nepalese artisans have for centuries honed their skills in creating sacred art, infusing each creation with devotion and reverence. The intricate detailing, from the delicate rendering of her facial features to the finely etched patterns on her robes and the elaborate lotus base, speaks to the master artisans' profound understanding of Buddhist iconography and their exceptional skill. The fusion of copper and gold not only adds to the aesthetic beauty but also signifies the preciousness and sacredness of the deity depicted. Owning such a statue is to possess a piece of tangible spiritual heritage, connecting one to the lineage of devotion that has flourished in the Himalayas for millennia. It is an artifact that radiates not just beauty, but also the deep spiritual energy of its origin.

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.