(Tibetan Buddhist Deity) Seven-Eyed Goddess White Tara Blessing Long Life to Her Devotees

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(Tibetan Buddhist Deity) Seven-Eyed Goddess White Tara Blessing Long Life to Her Devotees

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Name: (Tibetan Buddhist Deity) Seven-Eyed Goddess White Tara Blessing Long Life to Her Devotees
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SKU: RR83
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	RR83
	Copper Statue Gilded with 24 Karat Gold
	Height: 9 inch
	Width: 6 inch
	Depth: 3.5 inch
	Weight 1.37 kg

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Embrace Compassion and Longevity with the Seven-Eyed White Tara

Invoking serenity and boundless compassion, this exquisite copper statue depicts the revered Tibetan Buddhist deity, White Tara. As a manifestation of enlightened activity and a protector against fear and suffering, White Tara is particularly cherished for her ability to bestow blessings of longevity and good health upon her devotees. Her serene countenance, adorned with a third eye on her forehead signifying her omniscience, radiates a profound sense of peace and wisdom. The seven eyes, present on her forehead, palms, and soles of her feet, represent her all-seeing compassion and her constant vigilance in observing and alleviating the suffering of all sentient beings. This intricate portrayal captures her divine grace, inviting a sense of tranquility and spiritual upliftment into any space.

A Symbol of Purity and Grace

The White Tara, also known as the Mother of Liberation, embodies purity, wisdom, and compassion. According to legend, she was born from a tear shed by the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, filled with empathy for the suffering of the world. Her emergence symbolizes a response to the profound need for solace and healing. Her tranquil posture, seated in the lotus position with one leg extended, signifies her readiness to descend and offer aid. Her right hand is held in the gesture of granting boons (Varada Mudra), bestowing blessings and fulfilling wishes, while her left hand, held in the gesture of refuge (Abhaya Mudra), offers protection and dispels fears. She holds an utpala flower, a white lotus, in her left hand, a symbol of her pure nature and spiritual unfolding. This statue serves as a powerful reminder of the presence of divine grace and the inherent potential for overcoming obstacles and achieving spiritual growth.

Masterful Craftsmanship and Gilded Splendor

This magnificent statue is meticulously crafted from high-quality copper, a material revered in Buddhist traditions for its conductivity and spiritual resonance. The entire sculpture is then lavishly gilded with 24-karat gold, bestowing upon it a radiant and lustrous finish. The gold plating not only enhances the visual splendor of the deity but also symbolizes her immaculate purity and divine nature. Every detail, from the delicate ornamentation of her crown and jewelry to the intricate folds of her robes, is rendered with exceptional skill and attention. The rich, deep tones of the base complement the golden brilliance of the deity, creating a harmonious and visually captivating masterpiece. This statue is more than just an object of devotion; it is a testament to the enduring artistry and profound spiritual heritage of Tibetan Buddhism.

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.