Description
Compassionate Shyama Tara Golden Statue | Tibetan Buddhism Deity
This Handcrafted Statue of Green Tara, also known as Shyama Tara, measures 14.4”/36.5cm in height and 11.8”/30cm at the base, with a weight of 5.79 kg. Made from a copper body, it is richly adorned with 24K gold gilding and detailed gold and acrylic paintings. A testament to the traditional craftsmanship of skilled Nepali artisans, this piece serves as a powerful spiritual centerpiece for home altars, meditation spaces, or sacred environments.
In her iconography, Green Tara—revered as the swift savior and embodiment of active compassion—is portrayed seated on a blooming lotus throne with her right leg extended, symbolizing her readiness to step into the world to alleviate suffering. She holds blooming lotuses in both hands, signifying spiritual purity and awakening. Her right hand is extended in the Varada Mudra, the gesture of granting boons and fulfilling wishes, while her left hand forms the Three Jewel Mudra, representing the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. Green Tara’s depiction reflects her compassionate nature and her ever-readiness to protect and assist all beings on their spiritual path.
Size: 14.4”/36.5cm (Height) x 11.8”/30cm (Base)
Weight: 5.79 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body
Green Tara, also known as Syamatara, is a highly adored deity in Tibetan Buddhism who represents active compassion and prompt help. She is referred to as the "Mother of Liberation" and is invoked to remove impediments, protect from harm, and soothe anxiety and pain. Green Tara is generally represented as a lovely young woman with a calm smile, seated with one leg outstretched and poised to spring into action, holding a blue lotus, which represents purity and compassion. Her methods are centered on developing compassion, obtaining protection, and conquering personal and external challenges.