9" Goddess Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Nepalese Copper Figurines

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9" Goddess Green Tara Copper Statue from Nepal | Nepalese Copper Figurines

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Green Tara, a symbol of enlightenment in female form, radiates compassion and salvation from suffering. The right extends in a gesture of generosity, grasping a lotus stem by her right ear. On her left, she is blessed with a lotus stem on the left side.

Tara's eyes radiate deep love and compassion, characterized by a gentle and slightly rounded gaze, rather than being wide open. This compassionate look mirrors the affectionate gaze of a mother toward her cherished only child. Her dark hair is a rich shade and is partially gathered up while the rest cascades freely. Adorning her hair at the crown is a delicate Utpala flower.

Adorned with gold and gemstone jewelry, her tiara boasts five gems, complementing earrings, necklaces, and bracelets. Draped in silken robes, she sits gracefully on a moon disc and a lotus.

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Specifications

	MIS675
	COPPER WITH GOLD
	9.00 inch Height X 7.00 inch Width X 5.00 inch Depth
	Weight 1.60 kg

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The Emerald Compassion of Green Tara

This exquisite statue embodies the divine presence of Green Tara, a revered bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism. Known as the "Mother of Liberation" and "Mother of all Buddhas," she is an embodiment of active compassion, swiftly responding to prayers and offering protection from fear and suffering. In Tibetan lore, Tara is said to have arisen from a lotus flower blooming in the tears of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, as he wept for the suffering of the world. Her green hue signifies her active, worldly compassion, a vibrant energy that swiftly aids those in need. She is also associated with the color emerald, a gemstone symbolizing prosperity and growth, reflecting her power to bestow blessings and abundance.

A Masterpiece of Nepalese Craftsmanship

Crafted with exceptional skill in Nepal, this statue is meticulously fashioned from copper and adorned with gold. The rich, warm glow of the gold plating accentuates the intricate details of the sculpture, from the delicate folds of Tara's robes to the serene expression on her face. Her right hand is held in the *varada mudra*, the gesture of giving and protection, while her left hand, resting on her hip, is in the *abhaya mudra*, the gesture of fearlessness. In her left hand, she holds the stem of a lotus flower, which blossoms beside her shoulder. The lotus, a symbol of purity and enlightenment, represents her ability to arise untainted from the mire of worldly desires. The opulent crown and ornate jewelry further highlight her divine status as a celestial being.

The Goddess of Swift Action and Enlightenment

Green Tara is a powerful protector, particularly invoked by those facing challenges, fear, or danger. She is believed to overcome obstacles and grant spiritual and material well-being. Her swiftness in answering prayers is legendary; she is said to descend from her celestial abode with the speed of lightning to offer aid. This statue captures her dynamic yet tranquil essence, inviting practitioners to connect with her benevolent energy. The presence of Green Tara in one's home or meditation space is believed to foster peace, clarity, and the overcoming of inner and outer obstacles on the path to enlightenment. This finely detailed copper and gold statue serves as a potent reminder of her compassionate vigil and her unwavering commitment to guiding beings towards liberation.

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.