Saptalochani- seven-eyed one or Mrityuvanchana- she who alludes to death, are epithet for the Buddhist goddess White Tara, a powerful protectress for the seekers of enlightenment. In this wooden statue, White Tara appears in her divinely beautiful form, as a youthful female, seated on a lovely lotus throne. Her peaceful, meditative expressions are complemented by the ornate jewellery, carved in the idiom of Nepalese art.
White Tara wears an intricately designed crown with tassels flowing framing her face, heavy earrings, beaded necklaces, waistbelt, armlets, and a translucent dhoti. With mesmerizing use of incised lines, Tara’s half-opened eyes, lines on her nack and her luscious tresses are added to the statue. Eyes or lochan are drawn on her forehead, palms, and soles of feet, earning her the title of “Saptalochani”, symbolizing the transcendental wisdom she embodies.
How to care for Wood Statues?
Wood is extensively used in sculpting especially in countries like China, Germany, and Japan. One feature that makes the wood extremely suitable for making statues and sculptures is that it is light and can take very fine detail. It is easier for artists to work with wood than with other materials such as metal or stone. Both hardwoods, as well as softwood, are used for making sculptures. Wood is mainly used for indoor sculptures because it is not as durable as stone. Changes in weather cause wooden sculptures to split or be attacked by insects or fungus. The principal woods for making sculptures and statues are cedar, pine, walnut, oak, and mahogany. The most common technique that sculptors use to make sculptures out of wood is carving with a chisel and a mallet. Since wooden statues are prone to damage, fire, and rot, they require proper care and maintenance.
It is extremely important to preserve and protect wooden sculptures with proper care. A little carelessness and negligence can lead to their decay, resulting in losing all their beauty and strength. Therefore, a regular clean-up of the sculptures is a must to prolong their age and to maintain their shine and luster.
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