Green Tara - Bronze - Tibet - 20th century

Green Tara (Tibetan: Sgrol-ljang)
Green Tara is one of the most beloved bodhisattvas in Tibetan Buddhism and is regarded as the 'Mother of Liberation'. She actively embodies compassion and swift aid to those who call upon her.

Posture: Usually depicted seated with her right leg extended, ready to stand up and help—this shows her willingness to act immediately.

Attributes: Often wears a blue lotus (utpala) and makes protective hand gestures (mudras).

Function: Protects against the "eight great fears" (lions, elephants, fire, snakes, thieves, captivity, shipwreck, and demons), which also stand metaphorically for inner obstacles

In art: Green Tara is often depicted in bronze statues, thangkas (painted scrolls), and as part of larger mandalas.

She is recognizable for her youthful, elegant figure and her characteristic stance of active compassion.

Cultural context: In Tibet and Nepal Tara devotion is widespread, with daily prayers and rituals. She is seen as an accessible, maternal figure who responds quickly to prayers.

Weight: 430 grams.