8" Goddess Green Tara Idol from Nepal | Copper Gilded with Gold

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8" Goddess Green Tara Idol from Nepal | Copper Gilded with Gold

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Name: 8" Goddess Green Tara Idol from Nepal | Copper Gilded with Gold
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: MIW004
Price: 470.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Enter the realm of Green Tara, a revered feminine figure in Tibetan Buddhism who exudes kindness, defence, and promptness. Imagine Green Tara with her alluring emerald-green aura, sitting elegantly in a position that radiates comfort and a willingness to serve all living things. Her left hand holds the protective gesture (abhaya mudra) with grace, representing bravery, while her right hand is extended in the gesture of ultimate generosity (varada mudra), signifying a readiness to provide blessings and support. Maybe she has a calm blue lotus in her left palm, which stands for purity.

Green Tara's compassionate gaze is unwaveringly directed toward alleviating the suffering of beings. As practitioners chant her sacred mantra, "Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha," they seek her guidance and blessings. As a Bodhisattva, Green Tara stands as an accessible and compassionate ally, offering solace and unwavering support on the intricate journey toward enlightenment.

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Specifications

	MIW004
	Copper Gilded with Gold
	Height: 8.5 inch
	Width: 7 inch
	Depth: 4 inch
	Weight 1.40 kg

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Embodiment of Compassion and Protection

This exquisite idol captures the serene and benevolent presence of Green Tara, a revered bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly prominent in Tibetan traditions. Crafted in Nepal by skilled artisans, this piece is a testament to the enduring legacy of sacred art. The goddess is depicted seated in a meditative posture, embodying tranquility and profound wisdom. Her right hand is extended in the gesture of *varada mudra*, symbolizing the granting of wishes and blessings, while her left hand holds the stem of a lotus flower, a potent symbol of purity and spiritual awakening. This particular representation highlights Tara's active role in alleviating suffering and overcoming obstacles, offering solace and protection to all beings.

A Vision of Divine Radiance

The idol is meticulously sculpted from copper and then generously gilded with gold, imbuing it with a luminous, otherworldly aura. The rich, warm tones of the gold catch the light, accentuating the fine details of Tara's divine form. Her serene face is adorned with traditional Tibetan iconography, featuring gentle eyes that seem to hold infinite compassion. A multi-tiered crown, embellished with vibrant turquoise and red stones, signifies her noble status and spiritual authority. The flowing robes, rendered in a deep, rich hue, contrast beautifully with the shimmering gold of her ornaments and the divine radiance of her skin. The intricate detailing of her jewelry, including necklaces and bracelets, further enhances her regal and ethereal appearance. The gilded lotus throne upon which she rests signifies her purity and her ability to rise above worldly attachments.

Echoes of Ancient Lore

Green Tara is often referred to as the "Mother of Liberation" and the "Savior." Legends speak of her arising from a tear shed by the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, who was moved by the suffering of the world. Tara vowed to manifest in a female form to provide swift assistance to those in need. Her green complexion signifies her activity and her connection to nature and life. She is invoked for protection from fear, illness, and all forms of adversity. Possessing an image of Green Tara is believed to bring good fortune, remove obstacles, and cultivate inner peace and enlightenment. This statue serves as a powerful reminder of her unwavering compassion and her constant readiness to offer aid.

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.