Buddhist Statue of Green Tara – Partly Fire Gold Plated, Painted Face, Good Quality

Buddhist Statue of Green Tara – Partly Fire Gold Plated, Painted Face, Good Quality

Product Details

• Item Code: HME15795
• Weight: 800 grams
• Dimensions (CM): 15 x 11 x 7
  (Approximately 6 x 4.5 x 2.5 inches)
• Material: Copper
• Availability: Available

About Green Tara

Green Tara, also known as Samaya Tara, embodies compassion, action, and swift assistance to those in need. Her posture reflects readiness, with her left leg bent and her right leg extended, symbolizing her willingness to respond. She sits on a white moon disk, associated with the wisdom aspect of enlightenment, adorned with:

• Earrings: Representing patience, understanding, and renunciation.
• Diadem with Five Jewels: Symbolizing the transformation of five delusions into the Five Buddha Wisdoms.
  Her right hand is in the Varada Mudra, a boon-granting gesture, while her serene and benevolent expression underscores her nurturing essence.

Gold-Painted Face

The face of this Green Tara statue is meticulously painted with gold to enhance her features, particularly the eyes and lips. This sacred practice is deeply symbolic, representing the act of bringing vitality and presence to the statue. The gold-painted face signifies devotion and prepares the statue for consecration and spiritual practices.

Partly Fire Gold-Plated Finish

This statue showcases a partly fire gold-plated finish, a traditional Nepali technique. Highlights include:

• Gold applied selectively to exposed surfaces through heat and pressure, creating intricate designs.
• Contrast between the golden-plated body and oxidized or painted attire, symbolizing divine purity versus the humble lifestyle of Buddhist monks.

This method not only adds elegance but also preserves the cultural and spiritual essence of the statue.

Crafted Using the Lost-Wax System

The statue is made with the ancient lost-wax casting technique, a process involving:

1. Wax Model Creation: Artisans sculpt a detailed wax model.
2. Ceramic Shell Formation: Multiple ceramic layers form a mold.
3. Metal Casting: Molten metal is poured into the cavity left by the melted wax.
4. Final Touches: The ceramic shell is removed, revealing the intricately detailed sculpture.

This time-honored process ensures precision and showcases the craftsmanship of Nepali artisans.