13 Inch Shyama Tara Handmade Sculpture | Female Bodhisattva
This Shyama Tara handmade sculpture, also known as Green Tara, measures 13”/33cm in height and 10.6”/27cm at the base, weighing 2.90 kg. Made from copper with 24K gold gilding, gold, and acrylic paintings, it features detailed artistry and a vibrant finish. Representing compassion, protection, and swift action, this piece is ideal for altars, meditation spaces, or as a meaningful decorative item for those seeking spiritual guidance.
Green Tara is depicted seated on a lotus throne, symbolizing purity and spiritual awakening. Her relaxed pose, known as lalitasana or “royal ease,” features her right leg extended and left leg folded, conveying both readiness to respond to suffering and meditative composure. Her right hand reaches downward, holding the stem of a lotus flower that rises beside her shoulder, representing her compassionate engagement with the world and her wisdom. Her left hand, raised to her heart in the vitarka mudra, signifies teaching and intellectual discourse, emphasizing her role as a source of knowledge and guidance. A five-pointed crown rests upon her head, symbolizing the enlightened wisdom of the Five Dhyani Buddhas, while her ornate jewelry reflects her divine sovereignty and radiant presence.
Size: 13”/33cm (Height) x 10.6”/27cm (Base)
Weight: 2.90 kg
Materials: 24K Gold Gilded, Gold & Acrylic Paintings, Copper Body, Antique Finish
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 called upon to remove impediments, protect from harm, and soothe anxiety and pain. Green Tara is typically represented as a lovely young woman with a serene smile, seated with one leg extended and poised to spring into action, holding a blue lotus, which symbolizes purity and compassion. Her methods are centered on developing compassion, obtaining protection, and conquering personal and external challenges.
