Description
White Tara Guardian of Longevity Statue: An Emblem of Compassion and Healing
This White Tara Guardian of Longevity Statue stands at 13.4”/34cm in height and 10.4”/26.5cm at the base, weighing 3.17 kg. It is handcrafted from a copper body, finished with 24K gold gilding, acrylic painting, and carefully placed gemstones. The sculpture features a serene facial expression, elaborate crown, finely detailed jewelry, flowing celestial garments, graceful lotus flowers, and a richly carved lotus pedestal. The radiant gilded surface highlights the intricate patterns across the ornaments, garments, and throne, while colorful gemstone details add depth and refined accents to the sacred form. The carefully rendered craftsmanship reflects traditional Himalayan Buddhist metalwork, making it well suited for Buddhist altars, meditation spaces, devotional practice, or sacred collections.
This sacred depiction portrays White Tara, a revered female Buddha associated with compassion, healing, protection, and longevity. She is traditionally seated in a graceful posture upon a lotus pedestal, with one leg extended slightly forward to express readiness to respond to beings in need. Her right hand extends downward in the varada mudra, symbolizing generosity and compassionate giving, while her left hand is raised near her heart in a gesture associated with refuge and enlightened awareness. Lotus stems rise beside her shoulders, bearing blossoms that represent purity, wisdom, and the unfolding of compassionate activity. White Tara is distinguished by seven eyes, including eyes on her forehead, palms, and soles, symbolizing unobstructed awareness of the suffering and needs of sentient beings. Her crown, necklaces, earrings, bracelets, and celestial ornaments emphasize her enlightened form, while her peaceful expression reflects compassion, healing, and the aspiration for a long and meaningful life.
Size: 13.4”/34cm (Height) x 10.4”/26.5cm (Base)
Weight: 3.17 kg
Material: 24K Gold Gilded, Acrylic Painting, Copper Body, Gemstones
White Tara, or Sitatara, is one of the most beloved female Buddhas in Tibetan Buddhism, revered as a manifestation of the Bodhisattva of Compassion, Avalokiteshvara. She is particularly associated with health, healing, longevity, and purity, often depicted with seven eyes symbolizing her vigilant compassion that sees the suffering of all beings. Chanting her mantra is believed to extend life and overcome illness, guiding devotees towards profound well-being.