19" Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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19" Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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Name: 19" Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: CAA152
Price: 2045.00 USD
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Tara is renowned as a female Buddha, embodying the divine feminine essence. She's often referred to as the Tara Goddess. In Buddhism, Tara is recognized as both a female bodhisattva who traversed the Buddhist path to full enlightenment and as a meditative deity. Her dual arms symbolize emptiness and compassion, while her lotus-holding gesture represents resilience in the face of worldly struggles.

Green Tara, in particular, focuses on overcoming obstacles and fulfilling endeavors. With her right foot poised for action, she's ever-ready to assist beings. Her right hand extends over her knee, conveying generosity, while her left hand gently cradles a lotus stem, blossoming beside her ear.

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Specifications

	CAA152
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 19 inch
	Width: 12 inch
	Depth: 9 inch
	Weight 8.20 kg

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Embodiment of Compassion and Enlightenment

Behold the divine presence of Tara, the embodiment of compassion and enlightened activity, meticulously crafted in radiant copper with accents of gold. This exquisite statue, originating from the sacred land of Nepal, captures the very essence of this revered Buddhist deity. Tara is often depicted as a youthful goddess, a celestial Bodhisattva who, out of compassion for all sentient beings, manifests in various forms to offer guidance and protection. Her story is intertwined with the very fabric of Buddhist cosmology, said to have emerged from the compassionate tears of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Witnessing the suffering of the world, his tears transformed into a pool, and from it arose a lotus, from which Tara appeared, ready to lend her aid.

Symbolism and Divine Adornment

This magnificent sculpture portrays Tara in her popular form, seated in the traditional lotus posture, symbolizing spiritual discipline and the blossoming of enlightenment. Her posture is one of serene repose, yet her gaze is filled with loving-kindness, inviting devotion and contemplation. In her left hand, she holds the stem of a lotus flower, a potent symbol of purity and the ability to remain untainted by the defilements of the world. The right hand is shown in the gesture of *vitarka mudra*, the gesture of teaching or discussion, signifying her role as a guide and dispenser of wisdom. Adorning her regal form are intricate ornaments, including a multi-tiered crown, necklaces, bracelets, and anklets, all rendered with remarkable detail. Small, precious turquoise and coral stones are embedded within the golden filigree, adding a touch of vibrant color and further enhancing the statue's divine allure.

Artistry from the Himalayan Heart

Hailing from Nepal, a region steeped in centuries of spiritual artistry and devotion, this statue is a testament to the profound skill of Nepalese artisans. Each line, curve, and detail is imbued with a reverence for the sacred subject matter. The use of copper, a metal revered for its purity and conductivity, further enhances the spiritual resonance of the piece. The subsequent gold plating bestows upon it a celestial radiance, making it a truly awe-inspiring object of veneration. This statue is not merely an artistic creation; it is a conduit for spiritual energy, a focal point for meditation, and a beautiful reminder of the ever-present compassion that can guide us through life's challenges. It is a treasure to be cherished, passed down through generations, and a constant source of inspiration and solace.

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.