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14" Green Tara Copper Statue From Nepal

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Name: 14" Green Tara Copper Statue From Nepal
Brand: Exotic India
SKU: CAA037
Price: 1870.00 USD
Availability: InStock

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The emerald glow of compassion, Green Tara beckons, 'Fear not, for I am here to guide and protect you. In this stunning sculpture from Nepal, Green Tara, the embodiment of enlightened activity, extends her hand in a gesture of benevolence. Legends speak of her miraculous ability to dispel fear and grant wishes. As she sits gracefully, one foot extended, ready to spring into action, her eyes radiate with boundless love. This exquisite artwork is like a personal talisman that directs us toward embracing compassion, facing challenges with courage, and finding the light of hope amidst life's shadows.

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Specifications

	CAA037
	Copper With Gold
	Height: 14 inch
	Width: 9.5 inch
	Depth: 7.5 inch
	Weight 5.90 kg

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Embodiment of Compassion and Swift Action

This magnificent 14-inch statue captures the divine essence of Green Tara, a beloved bodhisattva in Tibetan Buddhism, renowned for her swift compassion and ability to overcome obstacles. Crafted with exquisite detail from copper and adorned with touches of gold, this piece is a testament to the rich artistic heritage of Nepal. The statue depicts Green Tara in her characteristic pose, seated serenely on a lotus throne, her right leg extended in a posture of readiness to descend and offer aid. Her left hand is raised in the gesture of refuge, while her right hand rests in the gesture of generosity, palm facing outward, symbolizing her boundless compassion.

The Iconography of Green Tara

Green Tara is often depicted with a green complexion, signifying her active and dynamic nature, her ability to overcome fear, and her association with the forest. The lotus flower she holds is a potent symbol of purity and enlightenment, blooming even in muddy waters, much like Tara’s presence can bring forth clarity and peace amidst life's challenges. The intricate crown and ornaments adorning her, often embellished with precious stones, reflect her regal status as a divine being and her awakened wisdom. The delicate rendering of her facial features, with her gentle smile and compassionate gaze, invites a sense of peace and devotion. The detailed carving of her robes and the ornamental base further enhance the statue’s artistic merit and spiritual resonance.

Green Tara in Buddhist Tradition

In Buddhist lore, Green Tara is said to have emerged from a tear of compassion shed by the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara as he gazed upon the suffering of the world. From this tear, a lotus bloomed, and Tara appeared, embodying the active, enlightened energy needed to alleviate suffering. She is considered a manifestation of enlightened activity, invoked by devotees facing danger, illness, fear, or any form of adversity. Her mantra, "Om tare tuttare ture soha," is believed to bring protection, wisdom, and the swift fulfillment of virtuous aspirations. This statue serves as a tangible reminder of her presence and an object of focus for meditation and prayer, intended to bring a sense of calm, protection, and spiritual progress to its beholder. The artistry involved in its creation, originating from Nepal, a land steeped in spiritual traditions, adds a profound layer of authenticity and devotional energy to this sacred representation.

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.