White Tara Statue – Handmade Buddhist Sculpture, Full Fire Gold Plated, Face Painted with Stone Inlay
Item Details:
• Item Code: HME30899
• Weight: 1665 grams
• Dimensions (cm): 23 (H) × 19 (W) × 11 (D)
• Material: Copper
• Availability: In Stock
About White Tara
White Tara is a beloved figure in Tibetan Buddhism, revered as the embodiment of compassion, healing, and longevity. Known for her peaceful and nurturing presence, she upholds the Four Immeasurable States—Loving Kindness, Compassion, Sympathetic Joy, and Equanimity—which guide practitioners toward enlightenment.
Her image is often associated with serenity and divine grace, and she is especially venerated for her ability to bestow long life, good health, and spiritual protection. Her presence is said to bring healing to those in suffering and wisdom to those on the path of spiritual growth.
Stone Inlay – Semi-Precious Detailing
This White Tara statue is beautifully adorned with hand-set semi-precious stones, including turquoise, coral, and lapis lazuli. Carefully selected for both color and quality, these stones are embedded with precision, creating a rich visual contrast against the gold-plated surface.
The intricate stone setting enhances the statue’s presence, making it not just a sacred object of devotion but also a stunning piece of spiritual art. Each stone adds symbolic energy and character, contributing to the overall beauty and uniqueness of the piece.
Gold Painted Face – Sacred and Expressive
The face is delicately hand-painted with pure gold, accentuating White Tara’s tranquil expression—particularly the eyes and lips. This sacred practice brings life and spiritual vitality to the statue, allowing it to serve as a focal point for meditation and devotion.
In Buddhist tradition, gold face painting is more than decorative; it is a consecration ritual, symbolizing the embodiment of divine awareness. The artisan’s skill ensures each facial feature is imbued with compassion and serenity, essential to White Tara’s identity.
Full Fire Gold Plating – Traditional Excellence
This statue is finished with traditional fire gold plating, also known as mercury gold plating—a revered Nepali technique that applies real gold to the surface. Unlike electroplating, this method yields a deeper, warmer luster and superior longevity.
Its renewed popularity reflects growing respect for authentic craftsmanship and cultural heritage. The radiant finish enhances White Tara’s divine presence while preserving the timeless aesthetics of traditional Himalayan art.
Lost-Wax Casting – Ancient Artistry
Crafted using the lost-wax method, this statue exemplifies time-honored metalwork passed down for generations. The process involves creating a detailed wax model, encasing it in ceramic, and casting molten metal into the mold.
The result is a highly detailed, one-of-a-kind copper sculpture. This method allows artisans to achieve exceptional depth and refinement, capturing the delicate features and graceful posture of White Tara with remarkable precision.
