Savior Goddess Green Tara

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Name: Savior Goddess Green Tara
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XF37
Price: 360.00 USD
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Specifications

	XF37
	Copper Sculpture
	Height: 8.75 inch
	Width: 7 inch
	Depth: 4.3 inch
	Weight 2.31 kg

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The Embodiment of Compassion

This striking sculpture captures the essence of a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism, a deity known for her swift compassion and unwavering dedication to alleviating suffering. Crafted from copper, this piece is rich in detail, revealing the care and artistry involved in its creation. Every curve, every gesture, speaks to the profound spiritual significance of the subject it represents.

A Goddess of Swift Action

Considered an emanation of Avalokiteśvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, this figure embodies active compassion. She is readily available to answer prayers and grant assistance to those in need. Legend tells that she vowed to always be reborn as a woman to continue her work of liberation. Her compassionate nature is symbolized by her posture, seated and ready to spring into action, one leg extended to quickly rise and help those who call upon her. Her right hand is in the varada mudra, the gesture of giving, bestowing blessings and fulfilling wishes. The lotus flower, held delicately in her left hand, symbolizes purity, enlightenment, and spiritual awakening.

Crafted in Copper

The use of copper in creating this sculpture is significant, as it has long been a valued material in many cultures. Its durability ensures that this piece will be cherished for generations to come. The warm, reddish-brown hue of the copper adds depth and richness to the overall aesthetic, highlighting the intricate details of the sculpture. Her elaborate crown and ornate jewelry are a testament to her divine status. These details demonstrate not just artistic skill but also a profound understanding of the iconography associated with this important figure. Every aspect, from the gentle curve of her face to the intricate folds of her garments, contributes to a harmonious and deeply moving portrayal.

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.