Buddhist Statue of Green Tara

Buddhist Statue of Green Tara

Chocolate Oxidized Patina | Copper Sculpture | Handmade with Lost-Wax Casting

• Item Code: HME26585

• Weight: 1,994 grams

• Dimensions (cm): 22 x 17 x 12

• Material: Copper

• Availability: Available

Green Tara – The Swift Protectress and Embodiment of Compassionate Action

Known as Samaya Tara in Vajrayana Buddhism, Green Tara is revered as the embodiment of active compassion, the feminine energy that swiftly responds to the cries of those in distress. Seated in a posture of royal ease (lalitasana), Green Tara’s left leg is folded in meditative stillness while her right leg steps forward, symbolizing her readiness to act and protect.

With a serene yet powerful presence, she wears maroon Buddhist robes and sacred ornaments, including:

• Earrings, symbolizing patience and spiritual renunciation

• A diadem with five jewels, signifying the transformation of the five afflictions into the Five Wisdoms of the Buddhas

• A white moon disc seat, evoking the lunar essence of wisdom and its union with compassion—a key to enlightenment

Her right hand forms the Varada Mudra, the gesture of bestowing blessings and granting boons, while her left hand gracefully holds a blue lotus, signifying purity and divine power. Green Tara’s compassionate gaze and dynamic posture embody the protector who responds without hesitation to liberate beings from fear, illness, and obstacles.

Chocolate Oxidized Finish – Aged Elegance with Timeless Charm

This Green Tara statue is adorned with a rich chocolate-hued patina, created through an artificial oxidation process that replicates the natural aging of copper over centuries. This patina:

• Evokes an antique appearance without compromising durability

• Enhances the depth and definition of every sculpted detail

• Serves as a protective layer against future natural oxidation

Unlike superficial coatings, this patina is chemically bonded to the surface, offering a lasting and aesthetically refined finish. The result is a vintage charm that elevates the spiritual and artistic value of the statue, making it a treasured piece for collectors, practitioners, and devotees alike.

Craftsmanship – Lost-Wax Method for Exquisite Detail

This Green Tara is masterfully created using the lost-wax casting technique—an ancient and revered process used in Himalayan art:

1. A highly detailed wax model is first sculpted by hand.

2. Layers of ceramic shell are applied around the wax to form a mold.

3. The wax is then melted out, leaving a hollow cavity for the molten metal.

4. Once the molten copper is poured and cooled, the ceramic mold is removed, revealing the final sculpture.

This process ensures that every ornament, facial expression, and symbolic detail is preserved with precision, bringing Green Tara’s enlightened form to life in exceptional clarity.

Key Features

• Depicts Green Tara, the swift savior and embodiment of dynamic compassion

• Finished in antique chocolate oxidized patina for a timeless, aged look

• Handmade from copper using the ancient lost-wax casting process

• A symbol of protection, fearlessness, and compassionate response

• Ideal for altar displays, meditation rooms, spiritual collections, or art connoisseurs