Green Tara; Syamatara; Mother of Liberation
Description: Green Tara is the most beloved female deity in Himalayan Buddhist tradition, embodying the swift compassion and enlightened activity of all Buddhas. As the "Mother of Liberation," she is known for her quick response to prayers, removing obstacles and saving beings from fear and danger. Her green color symbolizes the active, youthful energy of enlightened compassion, always ready to arise and help those in need. She sits in lalitasana—the posture of royal ease—with her right leg extended, symbolizing her readiness to spring into action to protect beings, while her left hand holds the stem of a blue utpala lotus that blossoms at her shoulder, representing purity emerging from the muddy waters of samsara.
· Height: 33 cm
· Material: Pure copper with traditional gilt (gold-plated) finish and hand-painted mineral pigments
· Style: Green Tara (Syamatara) in lalitasana posture
· Origin: Museum-quality masterwork hand-carved in Nepal
· Ideal for: Meditation space, home altar centerpiece, spiritual art collection, contemplative practice environment, museum-grade collection
This museum-quality 33cm Green Tara statue represents the absolute pinnacle of Nepalese master craftsmanship—a pure copper hand-carved masterwork featuring traditional gold-gilding and hand-painted details executed by a master artisan working at the highest level of Himalayan artistic tradition.
Green Tara appears here in her most beloved form, seated in lalitasana—the posture of royal ease—with her right leg gracefully extended, symbolizing her readiness to rise and spring into action to protect beings from danger. Her right hand rests on her knee in varada mudra (the gesture of supreme giving), bestowing blessings and fulfilling the wishes of those who call upon her. Her left hand, held gracefully at her heart, cradles the stem of a blue utpala lotus that blossoms at her shoulder, representing purity emerging from the muddy waters of samsara.
The expression of this masterwork achieves the highest standard of Himalayan sacred art. Her face embodies the perfect balance of peaceful compassion and dynamic readiness—downcast eyes that gaze upon all beings with unconditional love, a subtle smile that radiates the joy of enlightened activity, and the third eye of wisdom rendered with extraordinary precision. Every detail of her countenance has been executed with the refinement that distinguishes museum-quality work from ordinary sculpture.
Every element of this masterwork reflects profound spiritual significance executed at the highest artistic level. Her five-jewel crown adorns her head, representing the five wisdoms, with each jewel meticulously carved. Long earrings graze her shoulders, symbolizing her balanced awareness of all realms. She wears the full regalia of a celestial bodhisattva—elaborate jewelry, necklaces, armlets, bracelets, anklets, and flowing celestial silks—all rendered with exceptional precision by the master artisan. The utpala lotus at her shoulder is carved with gracefully curling stems, its blossoms opening in perfect symmetry.
The traditional gilt (gold-plated) finish adds radiant luminosity to the entire sculpture, honoring the precious nature of enlightened compassion. Multiple layers of 24k gold are carefully applied through traditional techniques, creating a warm, glowing surface of exceptional depth and brilliance that catches light and draws the eye to Tara's serene presence.
The hand-painted details bring the deity to life with traditional mineral pigments applied by a master colorist. Her green body is built up in multiple translucent layers to create remarkable depth and luminosity, following classical iconographic conventions while achieving a quality of finish found only in museum-grade works. The ornaments are highlighted with precision, the lotus petals painted in soft pinks and blues, and the face rendered with particular care to achieve the serene expression that distinguishes this masterwork.
Expertly hand-carved from pure copper by a master artisan of Nepal, this 33cm sculpture captures every intricate detail with museum-quality precision: the graceful curves of her youthful form, the delicate folds of her celestial silks, the precise positioning of her hands in their symbolic gestures, and the elaborately carved double-lotus throne upon which she sits. Each lotus petal is individually shaped, their layered arrangement creating a throne of sacred beauty.
According to traditional sources, Green Tara holds a uniquely important position in Himalayan Buddhist practice. She is considered the "Mother of All Buddhas" and the embodiment of their compassionate activity. Her mantra—"Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha"—is recited for protection, healing, and the removal of obstacles on the spiritual path. Twenty-one forms of Tara are revered in the tradition, with Green Tara as the principal figure from whom all others emanate.
This museum-quality 33cm Green Tara masterwork serves as the ultimate focal point for serious collectors, meditation spaces, and sacred art connoisseurs. Her presence creates a sacred atmosphere that nurtures compassion, calms the mind, and reminds us of the swift, protective energy that is always available to those who call upon her. The combination of museum-grade carving, radiant gold-gilding, masterful hand-painting, and the exceptionally rendered serene expression makes this not merely a sacred object but a collector's treasure of Himalayan art.
Each piece is individually hand-carved and finished as a unique museum-quality masterwork by a master artisan of Nepal, with subtle variations that reflect its authentic handmade origin and artistic heritage from the Kathmandu Valley. The combination of pure copper construction, traditional gold-gilding, hand-painted mineral pigments executed at the highest level, and master-level carving with exceptional refinement represents the finest in Himalayan sacred art—a transmission of living artistic tradition and the timeless, compassionate presence of the Mother of Liberation, presented here as a museum-grade masterwork for the discerning collector.
