This impressive 15-inch Green Tara Bodhisattva Statue is a richly finished representation of Arya Tara, known in Tibet as Jetsun Dolma, the swift and compassionate female Bodhisattva who responds to beings in danger and distress. Handmade in Patan, Nepal from copper alloy using the traditional lost-wax casting method, the sculpture is fire gilded in 24K gold, while Tara’s serene face is separately hand painted with 18K gold and natural pigments. The photographs reveal a beautifully balanced composition with an elaborate Bodhisattva crown, layered necklaces and arm ornaments, finely patterned garments, flowing celestial scarves, paired lotus stems, and a substantial double lotus throne. At 15 inches high and approximately 7.5 kilograms, it has the presence of an important shrine or collection piece while retaining the graceful proportions associated with Green Tara.
Green Tara Bodhisattva Statue | Arya Tara and Jetsun Dolma
Green Tara is among the most beloved female figures in Tibetan Buddhism. Her Sanskrit name Tara is commonly understood as “Savioress,” while Arya Tara means “Noble Tara.” In Tibetan she is called Jetsun Dolma, and in particular traditions she is also known as Khadiravani Tara, “Tara of the Acacia Forest.” Her enlightened activity is especially associated with swift compassion, protection and the removal of obstacles. Unlike a distant or contemplative ideal, Green Tara is traditionally understood as immediately responsive to suffering. Learn more about Green Tara’s iconography, posture and sacred attributes in our complete Tara guide.
Green Tara Bodhisattva Statue Iconography
The statue accurately presents Green Tara in lalitasana, the posture of royal ease. Her left leg remains folded in meditation while her right leg extends outward from the throne, visually expressing her readiness to rise immediately in response to suffering. Her lowered right hand displays Varada mudra, the gesture of generosity and compassionate giving. Her left hand is raised beside the heart while delicately holding the stem of an utpala lotus. Additional lotus foliage rises beside her shoulders, framing the figure and reinforcing Tara’s association with purity and awakened activity.
The photographs also reveal unusually fine decorative work. Tara wears a high five-leaf Bodhisattva crown with dense scrolling ornamentation, large floral earrings, necklaces, bracelets and armlets. Her dark hair provides a striking visual contrast against the gold-gilded body and crown. Graceful scarves and lotus stems form open curves behind the shoulders, giving the sculpture depth without obscuring the central figure. The garments are bordered with engraved patterns, while the broad double lotus throne is built from two distinct tiers of deeply modeled petals. A decorative band with geometric and floral engraving encircles the lower pedestal, and a sculpted elephant-head ornament projects prominently from the front of the base.
Green Tara Bodhisattva Statue with Chenrezig
This Green Tara makes a particularly harmonious companion to our 24K gold gilded framed Chenrezig statue. The two works share luminous gold finishes, refined Newar craftsmanship and richly ornamented Bodhisattva iconography, allowing them to sit together naturally on a shrine or display. Their spiritual relationship is equally appropriate. Tibetan devotional traditions closely associate Tara with Avalokiteshvara, or Chenrezig, and some accounts describe Tara as arising from the tears of his limitless compassion. Chenrezig embodies universal compassion, while Green Tara expresses compassionate activity in an especially swift and responsive form. Displayed together, they create a complementary pairing centered on compassion, protection and enlightened action.
Gemstone Embellishment, Filling and Consecration
At the buyer’s request, appropriate settings in the crown and jewelry may be embellished with genuine turquoise and red coral gemstones before shipment. These traditional colors provide subtle Himalayan accents while preserving the unified 24K gold presentation. Practitioners preparing this Green Tara Bodhisattva Statue for devotional use may also learn about traditional Buddhist statue filling, blessing and consecration. Proper preparation allows the sculpture to become a sacred support for meditation and practice according to the practitioner’s lineage and tradition.
Custom-Made Tibetan Buddhist Statues
Collectors, practitioners, Dharma centers and monasteries may also commission custom Tibetan Buddhist statues handmade by our master artisans in Patan. A custom Green Tara Bodhisattva Statue can be created in a preferred size, 24K gold fire-gilded or antiquated finish, degree of engraving and gemstone decoration. Coordinated Chenrezig or other companion statues can also be commissioned with complementary proportions, pedestal styles and finishes, allowing an entire shrine ensemble to be created with visual consistency and traditional Himalayan craftsmanship.
Authentic, Handmade in Nepal
Every statue is handcrafted in Patan, Nepal, using traditional lost wax casting and comes with a certificate of authenticity issued by Nepal’s Department of Archaeology, verifying its materials, technique, and origin.
