Savior Goddess Green Tara

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Name: Savior Goddess Green Tara
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: XO79
Price: 305.00 USD
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	XO79
	Copper Sculpture Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 9 inch
	Width: 5.5 inch
	Depth: 4.8 inch
	Weight 1.40 kg

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Tara: The Embodiment of Compassion

Tara, a revered figure in Tibetan Buddhism, embodies the feminine aspect of compassion and wisdom. Considered a Bodhisattva, she vowed to remain in the cycle of suffering until all beings are liberated. She is revered as the "Mother of all Buddhas," and her name signifies "star," guiding followers through the darkness of ignorance. Worshipping Tara is believed to bring protection from fear, obstacles, and suffering, bestowing blessings of long life, prosperity, and inner peace. The origins of Tara are steeped in mythological accounts. One popular tale tells of a princess named Yeshe Dawa, who, after practicing diligently for countless lifetimes, attained enlightenment. Upon being advised to take rebirth as a man in order to further her spiritual progress, Yeshe Dawa vowed instead to continue liberating sentient beings in a female form. This resolute act cemented her place as a powerful and compassionate female Buddha, forever dedicated to helping others achieve enlightenment.

A Masterpiece of Craftsmanship

This exquisite sculpture captures the serene and graceful essence of Tara. The statue is meticulously crafted from copper, showcasing the artist's dedication to detail and skill. Its intricate design and traditional iconography makes this a beautiful piece of art to have and admire. The figure is lavishly gilded with 24-karat gold, creating a radiant and luxurious finish that enhances the deity's divine presence. The golden surface shimmers and reflects light, bringing an aura of tranquility and sacredness to any space. This statue is not simply an object of beauty but also a powerful reminder of compassion, wisdom, and the potential for enlightenment within each of us.

Iconography and Posture

This representation showcases the Goddess in her iconic form, seated in the lotus posture. The lotus represents purity and spiritual awakening. She is typically depicted with one leg extended, symbolizing her readiness to spring into action to aid those in need. Her right hand is in the gesture of generosity, signifying her willingness to bestow blessings upon all who seek her help. In her left hand she holds a lotus flower, symbolizing purity, compassion and enlightenment. Adorning her head is an elaborate crown, signifying her divine status. Her serene expression exudes compassion and wisdom, offering solace and guidance to all who gaze upon her. The intricate details, from the flowing garments to the delicate ornaments, capture the essence of Tara's divine beauty and spiritual significance. Her peaceful presence serves as a constant reminder of the power of compassion and the potential for enlightenment within us all.

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.