Oxidized Green Tara Statue | Timeless Nepalese Artisan Excellence

This magnificent oxidized Green Tara statue showcases the refined elegance of traditional Nepalese Buddhist sculpture. The antique-finish copper body, adorned with meticulously hand-carved details and vibrant turquoise and coral inlays, creates a mesmerizing contrast that captures the essence of ancient spiritual artistry. Perfect for collectors and practitioners seeking an authentic meditation companion with profound sacred presence.

Specifications

• Height: 34.5 cm / 13.58 inches

• Width: 29 cm / 11.42 inches

• Weight: 4.59 Kg / 10.12 lbs

• Materials: Oxidized copper body, lost wax method, hand-carved turquoise and red coral inlays, intricate hand-carvings

Why This Statue?

This oxidized Green Tara statue exemplifies masterful Nepalese craftsmanship through its sophisticated antiqued patina, achieved through specialized oxidation techniques that evoke centuries-old temple sculptures. The lost wax casting method ensures extraordinary detail reproduction, while extensive hand-carving adds dimensional depth to every fold and ornament. The strategic placement of turquoise and coral stones enhances the visual narrative, with each gemstone symbolizing celestial and earthly energies. The oxidized finish provides timeless aesthetic appeal while highlighting intricate sculptural elements.

Who is Green Tara?

Green Tara, (Tibetan: Sgrol-ljang) revered as the "Swift Liberator," is Buddhism's compassionate bodhisattva of enlightened activity. Worshipped throughout Himalayan traditions, she embodies immediate compassionate response to suffering and offers protection from spiritual and worldly obstacles on the path toward awakening.

Sacred Iconography and Posture

Green Tara sits gracefully in lalitasana, with her right leg extended ready to rise and assist beings in need. Her serene countenance features downcast eyes reflecting meditative absorption and compassionate awareness. Her right hand extends in varada mudra, the gesture of supreme generosity and boon-granting, while her left hand holds an utpala lotus at heart level, symbolizing spiritual purity. The left hand displays vitarka mudra, representing the wheel of dharma teaching.

Sacred Symbolism and Meaning

This statue embodies swift compassionate action and fearless protection. The oxidized finish represents timeless wisdom transcending temporal boundaries, while the lotus throne signifies rising above samsaric suffering. Her dynamic yet peaceful posture demonstrates the union of tranquility and immediate responsiveness to practitioners' needs.

Sanskrit and Buddhist Wisdom

The Tara Tantra describes her as one who "liberates beings from the eight fears," embodying the perfect integration of wisdom (prajna) and skillful means (upaya) in her enlightened manifestation.

Sacred Mantra

“Om Tare Tuttare Ture Soha”

This sacred invocation calls upon Tara's liberating presence, translating to: "Om, homage to Tara who saves, who dispels all fears, who fulfills all wishes and grants protection—Soha."