Buddhist Goddess Green Tara - Copper Statue from Nepal

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Name: Buddhist Goddess Green Tara - Copper Statue from Nepal
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: ZCH74
Price: 155.00 USD
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In this exquisite copper statue from Nepal, the goddess Green Tara—divine benevolence personified—is elegantly shown as the embodiment of compassion. The deity, who is adorned with fine decorations, is poised as she stands on a lovely platform and exudes calm. Green Tara appears to be mid-motion in this statue, having just descended from heaven to answer her followers' prayers, yet being incredibly still in her expressions.

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Specifications

	ZCH74
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 5.2 inch
	Width: 2.7 inch
	Depth: 1.5 inch
	Weight 210 gm

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Embodiment of Compassion and Enlightenment

This exquisite statue captures the divine essence of Green Tara, a revered bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, celebrated for her swift action and boundless compassion. Originating from the skilled artisans of Nepal, this copper masterpiece is meticulously gilded with 24-karat gold, imbuing it with a radiant glow that speaks to her luminous nature. Green Tara is a manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, born from a tear shed by him in his contemplation of the suffering of the world. Her green hue symbolizes her active, flourishing aspect, representing the dynamic energy that brings about liberation and well-being.

Iconography and Symbolism

The statue depicts Green Tara in her characteristic posture of ease and readiness. Her left leg is folded inwards, signifying her seated meditation and peaceful contemplation, while her right leg is extended downwards, resting on a lotus, symbolizing her poised descent to aid those in need. This dynamic pose reflects her ability to respond instantly to prayers and overcome obstacles. In her left hand, she holds the stem of a lotus flower, a symbol of purity and enlightenment, blooming beside her. Her right hand is extended downwards in the gesture of *varada mudra*, the boon-granting gesture, bestowing blessings and dispelling fears. The intricate details, from her serene facial expression to the delicate adornments, showcase the masterful craftsmanship and deep spiritual understanding of the creators. The golden sheen further amplifies her divine radiance, making this statue a truly captivating piece.

A Beacon of Hope and Protection

In Buddhist traditions, Green Tara is invoked for protection against fear, danger, and spiritual ignorance. She is known as the "Mother of all Buddhas" and is believed to embody the active force of compassion, capable of overcoming the most challenging circumstances. Tales abound of her swift interventions, rescuing devotees from peril with remarkable speed. She is considered a protector, a guide, and a source of unwavering support, offering solace and wisdom to all who seek her refuge. This statue serves as a powerful reminder of her presence and a focal point for meditation and prayer, inviting her benevolent energy into your space. The origin of this statue from Nepal, a land steeped in Buddhist heritage, adds to its authenticity and spiritual significance.

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.