Elegant Oxidized Standing Tara Statue | Nepal's Divine Protectress in Graceful Form

Specifications

• Height: 28 cm / 11.02 inches

• Width: 10 cm / 3.94 inches

• Weight: 1.64 Kg / 3.62 lbs

• Materials: Oxidized copper body, intricate carvings

Why This Statue?

This exceptional piece showcases masterful Nepalese craftsmanship with its rich oxidized patina that deepens its spiritual character. The slender, elegant proportions and flowing lines create a sense of ethereal grace, while intricate details—from the textured crown to the ornate throne—demonstrate extraordinary artistic skill. At 28 centimeters tall, this statue offers a commanding presence without overwhelming smaller spaces, making it perfect for personal altars or meditation areas seeking Tara's protective blessings.

Who is Standing Tara?

Standing Tara (known in Tibetan as Jetsun Drolma) represents the dynamic, action-oriented aspect of the beloved Mother of Liberation. Unlike her traditional seated form, Standing Tara embodies immediate readiness to step into the world and assist all beings. She is the swift protectress who responds instantly to devotees' prayers, offering liberation from the eight fears and guiding practitioners toward enlightenment with maternal compassion and unwavering presence.

Graceful Form and Divine Features

This magnificent statue portrays Tara in a rare standing posture known as samapada, with both feet planted firmly on a double lotus throne, symbolizing stability rooted in compassion. Her serene face features gently closed eyes in meditative contemplation, radiating peaceful awareness and inner tranquility. The right hand extends downward in varada mudra (gesture of supreme generosity), bestowing blessings and granting wishes to devotees. Her left hand holds a lotus stem close to her heart, representing spiritual purity and the blossoming of enlightenment. The elegant curves of her form, adorned with simple jewelry and flowing robes, exemplify divine feminine grace. Her crowned head with intricately textured ushnisha (cranial protuberance) signifies supreme wisdom, while the elongated earlobes indicate royal heritage and renunciation.

Sacred Symbolism and Meaning

The standing posture symbolizes Tara's active engagement with suffering beings, ready to descend from her enlightened state to offer protection. The oxidized finish evokes ancient wisdom and timeless devotion. The multi-tiered lotus base represents spiritual elevation rising from worldly existence.

Sanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom

Tara embodies prajna (transcendent wisdom) and karuna (compassion). Ancient texts proclaim: “She is the Mother of all Buddhas, giving birth to enlightenment itself.”

Sacred Mantra

“Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha”

This powerful mantra invokes Tara's swift protection and blessings, liberating practitioners from obstacles and fear.