13" Goddess Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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13" Goddess Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols

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Name: 13" Goddess Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Buddhist Deity Idols
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: MIS739
Price: 575.00 USD
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Green Tara is the savior of all forms of suffering, embodying enlightenment and compassion in a female manifestation.

Her right hand extends in the mudra of generosity, reaching over her knee and clasping the stem of a lotus flower that blooms gracefully by her right ear. This lotus represents endless purity and power. Her left hand is in a Bhumisparsha mudra (earth touching) showing her association with activity and abundance. She is adorned with golden rich pieces of jewelry from a beautiful crown to one short and one long necklace. Her large earnings represent her patience, renunciation, and understanding of all beings.

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Specifications

	MIS739
	Copper
	Height: 13 inch
	Width: 10 inch
	Depth: 7 inch
	Weight 3.50 kg

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The Compassionate Embrace of Green Tara

This magnificent copper statue from Nepal captures the serene and benevolent essence of Green Tara, a revered deity in Mahayana Buddhism. Symbolizing swift action, compassion, and the overcoming of obstacles, Green Tara is often depicted as a youthful goddess seated in a relaxed posture, emanating an aura of peace and wisdom. This exquisite piece, crafted with meticulous detail in Nepal, is a testament to the rich artistic traditions of the region and the profound spiritual significance of Buddhist iconography. The radiant golden hue of the copper, polished to a brilliant sheen, reflects the inner luminosity and enlightened nature of the goddess. Her posture is one of graceful ease, with her right leg extended and her left leg drawn up in a relaxed seated position, signifying her readiness to descend and offer aid. Her left hand rests on her lap, gently holding the stem of a lotus flower, a powerful symbol of purity and enlightenment that blooms even in the muddied waters of samsara. Her right hand is raised in the Varada mudra, the gesture of bestowing boons and blessings, inviting devotees to approach her with their prayers and aspirations.

A Vision of Divine Grace and Protection

The intricate ornamentation adorning the statue further enhances its spiritual depth. The elaborate crown, cascading earrings, and the delicate jewelry worn by Green Tara signify her divine status and her role as a protector of all sentient beings. The serene expression on her face, with downcast eyes and a gentle smile, conveys a profound sense of empathy and understanding for the struggles of the world. Her third eye, often depicted on the forehead, represents her omniscient wisdom, capable of perceiving the true nature of reality. In Buddhist lore, Green Tara is said to have emerged from a tear shed by the compassionate Avalokiteshvara when he observed the suffering of the world. This tear transformed into a radiant green lotus, from which Green Tara herself blossomed. She is known as the "Mother of all Buddhas" and is invoked for protection, healing, and the removal of fear and ignorance. Her emerald hue is symbolic of her active, dynamic aspect, embodying the energy of action that swiftly responds to the calls of those in need. This statue serves as a potent reminder of her constant presence and unwavering support for those who seek refuge in her divine embrace.

Artistry Rooted in Tradition

Handcrafted by skilled artisans in Nepal, this statue embodies the essence of traditional Nepalese metalwork. The use of high-quality copper, meticulously cast and polished, ensures both durability and a breathtaking aesthetic. The detailed sculpting of her facial features, the flowing robes, and the symbolic motifs speak to generations of artistic mastery and a deep understanding of Buddhist principles. This statue is not merely an object of devotion but a work of art that brings a sense of tranquility and spiritual connection to any space it graces. Its substantial size makes it a commanding centerpiece for a shrine, meditation room, or as a profound accent to your home decor, radiating an energy of peace, protection, and enlightened compassion.

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.