9" Goddess Green Tara Carved in Jade Stone From Nepal

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9" Goddess Green Tara Carved in Jade Stone From Nepal

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Compassion incarnate, the Buddhist goddess Green Tara in this jade and copper statue is the embodiment of motherly affection. Wearing golden ornaments and dressed in a delicate dhoti, goddess Green Tara surpasses all the beauty perceivable to the human eye. Her ornaments are studded with exquisite turquoise and coral, but the stone that catches the eye due to its pristine allure is Jade, a perfect pick for Green Tara's form. In Buddhist symbolism, Jade is the stone associated with stability and abundance in life, and was at one point prized even more than gold! Such is the value of Jade in Buddhist culture, that "Jade Buddha" is a specific form of the Enlightened One, believed to have the powers which will bring eternal, world peace. As the motherly extension of Bodhisattva Avlokiteshvara, who is the supreme protector and guide for all beings, this Jade Green Tara is a rare spiritual gem for any follower of the Buddha.

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	WSB750
	Jade Stone and Copper
	Height: 9 inch
	Width: 7 inch
	Depth: 4.5 inch
	Weight 1.97 kg

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The Emerald Compassion of Green Tara

This exquisite statue embodies the serene and benevolent presence of Green Tara, a revered bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly prominent in Tibetan traditions. Crafted with meticulous artistry in Nepal, this piece showcases the unique combination of deep green jade stone and gleaming copper, creating a visual narrative of life, growth, and spiritual attainment. The jade, known for its calming energies and association with purity and harmony, forms the serene countenance and the flowing robes of the goddess, lending an aura of profound peace.

A Symbol of Swift Action and Protection

Green Tara is often depicted with her legs in a relaxed posture, one bent and the other extended, ready to spring into action. This posture signifies her swiftness in responding to the prayers and suffering of sentient beings. Her right hand is typically shown in the gesture of *varada mudra*, the boon-granting gesture, signifying her generosity and willingness to bestow blessings and protection. Her left hand is raised in *abhaya mudra*, the gesture of fearlessness, reassuring her devotees and dispelling anxieties. In this magnificent rendition, these classic attributes are rendered with remarkable detail, reflecting centuries of artistic tradition and devotional practice. The intricate headdress and adornments, fashioned from copper and inlaid with vibrant turquoise and coral-like stones, further enhance her divine splendor.

Mythological Roots and Cultural Significance

Tales speak of Green Tara's birth from a lotus blossom that bloomed from the tear of Avalokiteshvara, the bodhisattva of compassion, as he wept for the suffering of the world. This origin story underscores her profound empathy and her tireless commitment to alleviating distress. She is considered the female manifestation of all Buddhas, embodying wisdom and skillful means. Many traditions revere her as a motherly protector, offering refuge from the eight great fears: pride, ignorance, anger, jealousy, wrong views, greed, miserliness, and doubt. This statue, therefore, is not merely an artistic object but a powerful conduit for these protective and compassionate energies, resonating with the spiritual heritage of the Himalayan region.

Artistry from the Heart of Nepal

The creation of such a piece is a testament to the deep spiritual and artistic legacy of Nepal. Nepalese artisans have for generations honed their skills in metal casting and stone carving, drawing inspiration from ancient Buddhist iconography and the rich cultural tapestry of their homeland. The fusion of jade and copper, enhanced by the careful inlay of precious stones, demonstrates a profound understanding of both material properties and symbolic representation. This Green Tara statue is a masterpiece that brings the essence of Tibetan Buddhism into the contemporary world, offering a focal point for meditation, devotion, and the cultivation of inner peace and resilience.

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.