Qing Dynasty Green Tara Tibetan antique Buddha statue gilt silver inlaid with precious stones Zhuqing Temple

The Qing Dynasty Tibetan-style silver-gilt and gem-inlaid full-body Green Tara statue. This Green Tara statue depicts the goddess with a youthful appearance, wearing a five-leaf crown crafted in exquisite and intricate petal shapes. The crown sits high on her head, with her hair gathered into a tall bun, cascading down her shoulders like waves. Her facial features are sweet and captivating, portraying a combination of grace and solemnity. With full cheeks, crescent-shaped eyebrows, downward-gazing eyes, a prominent nose, wide nostrils, and thick lips curved into a gentle smile, her facial expression exudes warmth and compassion.

Green Tara is adorned with bracelets on her wrists and ankles, as well as elaborate jewelry and ornaments throughout her body, including a beaded necklace and a long chain necklace with floral and beaded pendants, adding to her majestic appearance. Turquoise and coral stones are inset into her crown and chest adornments. She wears a fitted skirt intricately engraved with exquisite craftsmanship, showcasing intricate detailing and opulence. Green Tara's left hand forms the gesture of teaching, while her right hand forms the gesture of granting wishes, both hands adorned with lotus flowers, exhibiting a sense of rhythm and grace.

On her shoulders, lush branches of Utpala flowers bloom, showcasing the beauty of nature. The lotus buds, delicately carved and poised to bloom, exude elegance and purity, complementing the goddess's beauty and sanctity. Green Tara is seated in a half-lotus posture on a lotus pedestal, with her left leg horizontally crossed and her right leg extended downward, resting on a blooming lotus stem. Her posture is dignified and upright, with a unique double-layered lotus pedestal characterized by large, rare lower petals and slightly smaller symmetrical upper petals, displaying exquisite craftsmanship.

The overall composition is flawless, radiating grandeur and magnificence, captivating viewers with its exquisite craftsmanship. The silver-gilt treatment of the goddess's skin accentuates her compassionate and dignified aura, enhancing her allure. This Green Tara statue is delicately crafted, with a moderate size, majestic presence, precise proportions, graceful posture, and exquisite craftsmanship, fully embodying the goddess's compassionate and wise nature, as well as the artistic charm of youthful beauty. Its splendid appearance and superb craftsmanship make it highly valuable for collectors and suitable for worship. This statue has been passed down from the Zhongqing Temple, showcasing a well-preserved and orderly lineage.