Green Tara / Drolma Statue
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Name |
Green Tara Drolma Statue |
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Height |
10” |
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Width |
8” |
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Depth |
5.5” |
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Material |
Lost Wax Method, Copper Alloy Gold Detailed and Hand Painted |
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Actual Weight |
2.702 Kg. |
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Ships From |
Patan, Nepal |
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Shipping Provider |
Express Shipping Service |
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Shipping Time |
Usually ships within 48
hours. Allow 5 – 7 business days for deliver within worldwide. |
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Insurance |
Insurance is included in
the shipping cost. |
Green Tara
/ Drolma is arguably the most beloved goddess in the Buddhist pantheon. She is
the female embodiment of the enlightened compassion and miraculous deeds of all
the Buddhas, offering protection and assistance to all who face challenges in
their lives. She vowed that until all suffering was eliminated, she would work
continuously in a woman's body for the benefit of sentient beings. Thus, Green
Tara represents the very essence of virtuous and enlightened activity.
Green,
being the color of nature and flourishing life, signifies her energetic and
vivacious personality. She is always depicted as a beautiful and vigorous young
woman with a touch of playfulness. In this sense she teaches us not to take
ourselves too seriously. She delights in a receptive mind and an open heart,
for in such a person her blessings and wisdom can naturally unfold.
Gestures
and Attributes
Green Tara
/ Drolma is depicted in a posture of graceful contemplative ease with her right
leg extended. The extension of her leg symbolizes her continuous activity,
constant alertness and her readiness to spring into action to assist those who
call upon her. Her right hand is extended downward, palm open, with thumb and
index finger touching. This hand position is known as Varada Mudra, or the
gesture of granting wishes and protection. Her left hand, raised to shoulder
height with fingers extended and palm turned outward, is in the gesture of
granting refuge and freeing from fears (Abhaya Mudra). Each of her hands also
holds the stem of a beautiful lotus flower that floats above her shoulder as a
symbol of her radiant purity and power.
About
this Sculpture
This sculpture is an enchanting
portrayal of Green Tara / Drolma. Expertly sculpted from copper alloy
using lost wax method, gold detailed; the statue is beautifully hand painted.
This sculpture was individually handcrafted in Patan, Nepal by master artisans
of the Shakya clan who are considered among the best in the world. These
craftsmen are the modern heirs to a centuries-old tradition of creating sacred
art for use in temples and monasteries. The fine metalworking techniques have
been passed down from generation to generation since ancient times.