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

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

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Name: 8" Green Tara Copper Idol from Nepal | Copper with Gold
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: CAA027
Price: 600.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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Amid the holy traditions of Tibetan Buddhism, there is Green Tara, a radiant being cloaked in the green hues of compassion and quick, healing intervention. A living example of enlightened action, depicted in a vibrant green. Green Tara is a bodhisattva who protects and comforts the holy regions with her benevolent presence.

Green Tara's right foot advances in the cosmic dance of compassion, signifying her prompt response to the cries of people in need. She transforms into a dynamic force, prepared to reach out with kindness to allay anxieties and get past challenges. Grounded in the soft light of her altruistic force, Green Tara encourages practitioners to repeat the mantra "Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha," calling forth her blessings for emancipation and realization.

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Specifications

	CAA027
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 8.5 inch
	Width: 7.5 inch
	Depth: 4.5 inch
	Weight 1.60 kg

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The Embodiment of Compassionate Action

This exquisite statue depicts Green Tara, a revered female bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, often seen as an emanation of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion. Her green hue symbolizes vibrant activity and enlightened action, representing her swift response to the prayers of those in need. In Buddhist lore, Tara emerged from a tear shed by Avalokiteshvara as he wept for the suffering of the world. From this tear, a lotus bloomed, and from the lotus, Tara arose, embodying a powerful female force dedicated to alleviating pain and fostering spiritual growth.

A Masterpiece of Nepalese Artistry

Crafted from copper with a touch of gold, this idol showcases the intricate artistry for which Nepalese artisans are renowned. The lustrous copper serves as a robust foundation, while touches of gold lend a divine radiance to the goddess's features and adornments. The painting is executed with remarkable precision, bringing Green Tara to life with her serene expression and benevolent gaze. The vibrant green of her body symbolizes her active compassion, contrasting beautifully with the rich blues and oranges of her robes and the exquisite gold detailing of her crown and jewelry. Each element, from the delicate lotus blossoms adorning her throne to the precise rendering of her fingers in the gesture of giving, speaks to a deep understanding of Buddhist iconography and a masterful command of the craft.

Iconography and Symbolism

Green Tara is depicted in a posture of ease and readiness. Her left leg is folded in the lotus position, symbolizing her meditative stability, while her right leg is extended, signifying her readiness to descend and offer aid. Her left hand is held in the gesture of refuge, holding the stem of a lotus that blooms beside her, a symbol of purity and enlightenment. Her right hand rests on her knee, palm outward, in the boon-granting gesture (varada mudra), signifying her willingness to bestow blessings and fulfill wishes. Her serene face, adorned with subtle yet expressive features, conveys wisdom, compassion, and unwavering protection. The five-pointed crown she wears signifies her mastery over the five wisdoms, essential for enlightenment.

A Sacred Presence for Your Devotion

This 8-inch statue is more than just a decorative piece; it is a sacred object intended to inspire devotion and bring the blessings of Green Tara into your home or meditation space. Her presence is said to offer protection from fear and danger, to remove obstacles on the path to enlightenment, and to grant wishes for happiness and well-being. Whether you are a seasoned practitioner or simply drawn to the profound peace and compassion embodied by Green Tara, this statue serves as a powerful reminder of the boundless kindness available to all beings. It is a tangible connection to ancient spiritual traditions and a testament to the enduring power of divine feminine energy.

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.