Description
Dancing Tara Sculpture: An Embodiment of Joyful Liberation
This Dancing Tara Sculpture measures 9.25”/23.5cm in height and 5.5”/14cm at the base, weighing 1.35 kg. Handcrafted from an oxidized copper body, this distinctive Himalayan Buddhist sculpture combines 24K gold gilding, silver plating, and detailed acrylic painting. Tara is portrayed in an elegant dynamic posture, standing gracefully upon a finely carved lotus pedestal with one leg supporting her body and the other extended in a flowing movement. Her graceful figure is adorned with an elaborate crown, earrings, necklaces, bracelets, armlets, anklets, and flowing celestial garments. The contrasting oxidized copper surface gives depth to the figure, while silver-plated garments and ornaments create a luminous appearance, complemented by selective 24K gold gilding. Fine carving defines the facial features, jewelry, clothing, lotus pedestal, and flowing decorative elements, while acrylic painting adds subtle color to selected details. The combination of movement, traditional ornamentation, and contrasting metal finishes gives this sculpture a distinctive sacred presence for a Buddhist altar, meditation space, shrine, Dharma center, or devotional collection.
This sacred representation portrays Tara in a dynamic dancing form, expressing the active and responsive nature of enlightened compassion. Her graceful movement symbolizes readiness to act for the benefit of sentient beings rather than remaining in passive meditation. The raised hand and elegant bodily gestures convey openness, compassionate engagement, and graceful enlightened activity, while the lotus flower she holds represents purity and the unfolding of wisdom. Her elaborate crown and jewelry identify her as an enlightened female Bodhisattva, while the flowing scarves and garments emphasize the movement and vitality of her form. The lotus pedestal represents purity and spiritual awakening, rising above ordinary conditions. Tara is revered as a compassionate guide who responds swiftly to fear, obstacles, and difficulties, and her dancing form particularly emphasizes the energetic expression of compassion, courage, wisdom, and compassionate action.
Size: 9.25”/23.5cm (Height) x 5.5”/14cm (Base)
Weight: 1.35 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Oxidized Copper Body, Silver Plating
Tara, meaning 'Star' or 'She Who Saves,' is a widely revered female Buddha in Tibetan Buddhism, known for her swift assistance and compassion. She manifests in various forms, most notably Green Tara and White Tara, each representing distinct aspects of her enlightened activity. Her role is to guide beings across the ocean of samsara, offering protection, overcoming obstacles, and fulfilling wishes for spiritual practitioners.