Our beautiful 14″ oxidized copper White Tara sculpture has all of her classic features: the seven eyes, two lotus flowers — a fully opened bloom at her right shoulder and a closed bud at her left, a traditional pairing signifying the Dharma flowering across past, present, and future — and the mudras of generosity and refuge. White Tara rests in full lotus pose on a double lotus throne, its two tiers of petals rising from a tall base finished with beaded rims and a fine key-fret band. Our Nepali artisans gave the statue its antiquated finish through the careful oxidation of the copper alloy, her serene features carved directly into the dark, glossy metal, with hair tresses falling at both shoulders beneath the hand carved Bodhisattva crown and jewels.
At the request of the buyer, we would be happy to adorn the statue’s crown and jewels with turquoise and red coral stones — at no extra cost, we can embellish the statue before delivery. The semi-precious stones stand out beautifully against the dark finish and will inspire all who lay eyes on it.
Symbolism of the White Tara Sculpture
Her left hand is raised chest-high, holding the stem of the utpala lotus delicately between thumb and fingers — the stalk curling down from her hand before rising to blossom beside her shoulder. This graceful gesture of refuge and teaching is displayed by many Buddhas and Bodhisattvas, and it inspires a sense of fortitude and confidence in devotees who see it.
This White Tara sculpture also uses the Varada, or “gift giving,” mudra, her right hand resting open over the knee with the eye of the Seven Eyed Tara gazing from the palm — for White Tara is deeply affiliated with generosity. Known as Cintachakra, the “wish-fulfilling wheel,” White Tara is one of the three long life deities in Tibetan Buddhism — read more about White Tara’s meaning and symbolism, or learn her mantra in our guide to the White Tara mantra. She is also imbued with the attributes of healing, compassion, and serenity — browse our full collection of White Tara statues to compare sizes and finishes.
Authentic, Handmade in Nepal
Every statue and ritual item 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.
