Savior Goddess Green Tara

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Name: Savior Goddess Green Tara
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XK49
Price: 315.00 USD
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	XK49
	Copper Sculpture Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 8.8 inch
	Width: 5.5 inch
	Depth: 4.5 inch
	Weight 1.44 kg

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The Compassionate Mother

Behold a manifestation of pure compassion and active wisdom, a representation of divine feminine energy that has resonated across cultures for centuries. This meticulously crafted sculpture embodies the essence of a Bodhisattva, one who postpones their own enlightenment to alleviate the suffering of others. It is a timeless symbol of hope, healing, and protection, offering solace in times of distress. The serene expression captures a moment of unwavering focus, radiating tranquility and inner peace. The intricate details, from the elaborate crown adorned with vibrant stones to the delicate folds of her garments, speak to the artisan's devotion and skill. The pose reflects a readiness to act, a commitment to providing immediate assistance to those in need.

A Legacy of Gold and Grace

Created through a traditional lost-wax casting process, this piece exemplifies the enduring beauty of ancient metalworking techniques. The solid copper core ensures lasting stability, while the 24-karat gold gilding imbues the sculpture with a radiant glow, symbolizing the preciousness of the virtues she embodies. This piece brings a touch of timeless spirituality into the modern home. Whether gracing an altar, a meditation space, or a living area, it serves as a constant reminder of the power of compassion and the possibility of transcending personal limitations.

Tara's Promise: Swift Aid and Liberation

Within Buddhist tradition, she is revered as the embodiment of enlightened activity. Legend has it that she arose from a tear of compassion shed by Avalokiteśvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, vowing to always be present to help those in need. Her name itself signifies "star," guiding devotees through the darkness of ignorance and suffering towards the light of wisdom. She is associated with a fierce, active energy, always ready to intervene and protect her followers from obstacles, fears, and negative influences. Her mantra is a powerful tool for invoking her presence and receiving her blessings, fostering inner strength and resilience in the face of life's challenges. Whether you seek solace, guidance, or protection, this piece is a tangible reminder of the boundless compassion that is always available to you.

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.