Hand Made Coppper Alloy 24 Karat Gold Gilded with Hand Painted Face 14" Green Tara Statue

Green Tara / Dholma Statue

Green Tara / Dholma – The Rescuer

Green Tara / Dholma 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 / Dholma 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 exquisite sculpture is an enchanting portrayal of Green Tara, also known as Dholma. Expertly sculpted from copper alloy using the ancient lost wax method, this statue is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship. Gilded with 24-karat gold and featuring a hand-painted face, it is adorned with vibrant turquoise and coral stones, lending it a rich and sensuous finish.

The intricate, detailed hand carvings, also gilded with 24-karat gold and embellished with stones, enhance the statue's beauty, bringing it to life. Green Tara is depicted gracefully poised, her hands forming sacred mudras, symbolizing protection and compassion. She wears a finely carved crown and the elegantly detailed ornaments of a Bodhisattva, signifying her compassionate vow to work for the benefit of all sentient beings.

Individually handcrafted in Patan, Nepal, this sculpture is the work of master artisans from the renowned Shakya clan, considered among the finest in the world. These craftsmen are the modern heirs to a centuries-old tradition of creating sacred art for temples and monasteries. The fine metalworking techniques they employ have been meticulously passed down from generation to generation since ancient times, ensuring the creation of masterpieces that embody both artistic excellence and spiritual significance.