35cm Green Tara Statue – Hand-Carved Masterwork of Compassionate Action

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. This exquisite 35cm Green Tara statue represents the finest of Nepalese master craftsmanship—a pure copper hand-carved masterwork created using ancient traditional techniques passed down through generations of Himalayan artisans.

Iconography: The Meaning of Her Form

Every element of Green Tara's depiction is rich with spiritual significance. 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 gracefully extended, symbolizing her readiness to 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.

Ancient Traditional Technique

The ancient traditional technique used in crafting this piece follows time-honored methods preserved in the Kathmandu Valley for centuries. This approach involves:

• The lost-wax process, ensuring every statue is unique
• Detailed hand-chasing of fine details
• Careful hand-finishing that results in a piece with unique character and warmth impossible to achieve through modern mass-production methods

This 35cm statue features a radiant traditional gilt (gold-plated) finish with multiple layers of 24k gold carefully applied, creating a luminous surface that catches light and draws the eye to Tara's serene presence.

The Auspicious Color Palette

The auspicious red, blue, and green color palette specified has been executed with exceptional artistry:

• Red pigments accent the palms of the hands and soles of the feet, following classical iconographic conventions
• Blue tones bring the utpala lotus to life, its petals and curling stems rendered with precision
• Green body color is applied in layers to create depth and luminosity, representing enlightened activity

The serene expression embodies the perfect balance of peaceful compassion and dynamic readiness—downcast eyes that gaze upon all beings with unconditional love, a gentle smile that radiates the warmth of enlightened activity. The three eyes (including the wisdom eye in her forehead) are rendered with fine brushwork, each one conveying awakened awareness.

Masterful Detailing

Every element of this hand-carved sculpture reflects skilled artistry:

• The five-jewel crown adorning her head represents the five wisdoms
• Long earrings graze her shoulders, symbolizing balanced awareness
• Elaborate jewelry—necklaces, armlets, bracelets, and anklets—exhibits meticulous attention
• Flowing celestial silks drape gracefully, their folds carved with natural elegance
• The double-lotus throne features layers of petals, each individually shaped

This 35cm Green Tara masterwork serves as an inspired focal point for meditation spaces and home altars. Her presence creates a sacred atmosphere that nurtures compassion, calms the mind, and reminds us of the swift, protective energy always available to those who call upon her. The combination of ancient traditional technique, auspicious red-blue-green color palette, radiant gold-gilding, and master-level carving makes this not only a sacred object but a refined work of Himalayan art.

Spiritual Significance

According to traditional sources, Green Tara holds a uniquely important position as the main form of Tara from which all her other manifestations arise. She is considered the mother of all bodhisattvas, loving all sentient beings just as a mother would, and is specifically connected with enlightened activity. Her mantra—"Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha"—is recited for protection, healing, and the removal of obstacles on the spiritual path.

Each piece is individually hand-carved and finished as a unique masterwork by master artisans of Nepal, with subtle variations that reflect its authentic handmade origin and artistic heritage from the Kathmandu Valley. The combination of pure copper construction, ancient traditional techniques, master-level carving, auspicious hand-painted colors, and radiant gold-gilding represents the finest in Himalayan sacred art—a transmission of living artistic tradition and the timeless, compassionate presence of the Mother of Liberation.