Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues

Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue

$148.00
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Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues
  • Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues
  • Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues
  • Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues
  • Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues
  • Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues
  • Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue - Sculptures & Statues
Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue

Item EFNB-004

Face of Tara, White Porcelain Statue

$148.00

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Rendered in white porcelain, this tabletop bust depicts Tara, the Tibetan and Nepali bodhisattva whose name translates to 'The One Who Saves.' Her downcast eyes and tiered crown express compassion in its most peaceful aspect. Set her on an altar, bookshelf, or writing desk, or give her to someone building a meditation space.

Details
  • Design: A finely detailed bust of Tara in smooth white porcelain, eyes downcast in meditation beneath an ornate crown with lotus motif, scrollwork hair ornaments, forehead urna, and beaded jewelry
  • Size: 9 x 7.5 x 4 inches. Weighs approximately 2 lbs. 7 oz
  • Material: White porcelain, ceramic bisque, hand-finished
  • Care: Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth. Keep away from moisture, direct sun, and rough handling. Fragile
  • Note: As a hand-finished porcelain piece, minor variations in shade and sculpted detail may occur from one statue to the next
Meaning & Intention

Tara's name means 'The One Who Saves.' In Tibetan and Nepali Buddhism, she is the female counterpart to the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara and embodies compassion in its active form, ready to respond the moment she is called.

Legend holds she was born from a tear of compassion, inseparable from the act of caring for others.

Her downcast eyes suggest inward awareness — a gaze turned toward wisdom, not away from the world. The urna at her brow marks spiritual insight; the tiered, flame-like crown signals her enlightened status.

Rendered in unglazed white porcelain, this face holds her most peaceful aspect — compassion that looks like stillness.

Essence & Elements

Intention: Compassion, grace, inner strength, serenity

Chakra connection: Heart

Ideal for: Meditation focal point, altar centerpiece, or gift for a Buddhist practitioner

Suggested mantra: Om Tare Tuttare Ture Svaha

Symbol: Tara, bodhisattva of compassion in Tibetan and Nepali Buddhism

Questions & Guidance

Is the porcelain glazed or matte?

The finish is unglazed bisque — a matte, chalk-like surface that highlights the fine carving in the crown and softens the downcast expression.

Where is the best place to display it?

Set her at eye level on a meditation altar, bookshelf, or writing desk. The bust is substantial enough to anchor a small shrine without dominating the space around it.

Do I need a Buddhist practice to keep this piece?

No. Tara's face reads as a still, receptive presence to anyone. If you would like a way in, the mantra listed above is her traditional invocation and can be repeated silently.

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