Green Tara Statue – Buddhist Handmade, Partly Gold-Plated with Face Painted
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Item Code: HME26111
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Weight: 3194 grams
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Dimensions (cm): 32 x 26 x 17
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Material: Copper
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Finish: Partly Fire-Gold Plated, Face Painted
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Availability: Available
🌿 Green Tara: The Goddess of Compassion and Action
This handcrafted statue depicts Samaya Tara, popularly known as Green Tara, one of the most revered deities in Tibetan Buddhism. She embodies swift compassion and the readiness to assist all beings in overcoming obstacles and fears.
Seated in a posture of royal ease, Green Tara’s right leg extends outward, symbolizing her readiness to rise and offer aid at any moment. Her left hand holds a blue lotus, while her right hand forms the Varada Mudra, the gesture of generosity and blessing.
She is adorned with maroon Buddhist robes, ornate jewelry, and a five-jewel diadem that signifies the transformation of the five mental afflictions into the Five Wisdoms of the Buddhas. Her benevolent face, hand-painted with gold, brings warmth and depth to her divine expression. The white moon disk upon which she sits is symbolic of wisdom and healing energy, reflecting the serenity of enlightened presence.
🔥 Lost-Wax Casting: Ancient Artisanal Excellence
This statue is meticulously crafted using the Lost-Wax (Cire Perdue) method, a centuries-old metal casting technique known for its precision.
Artisans first shape a detailed wax model, then encase it in a ceramic shell. After the wax is melted away, molten copper is poured into the mold, capturing every fine detail of the original sculpture. This process allows for exceptional fidelity and finish, making each piece a unique work of art.
✨ Gold-Painted Face: Sacred Vitality and Detail
The gold-painted face adds life to the statue by accentuating the eyes and lips—critical elements for conveying Green Tara’s compassionate expression. This technique is not only artistic but also ritualistic, imbuing the statue with spiritual presence and preparing it for consecration. The application of gold reflects devotion and precision, central to Buddhist craftsmanship.
🪔 Partly Fire-Gold Plated: Symbolic Contrast
Green Tara’s statue features partial gold plating, achieved through a traditional fire gilding method. This involves applying gold to specific areas, leaving the robes and ornaments in their natural or oxidized tones.
This visual contrast represents the divine purity of the deity’s body versus the modesty of the robes, symbolizing the humble discipline of monastic life. The combination of gold and painted surfaces adds richness, cultural symbolism, and visual distinction to the statue.
