Bronze with silver inlaid eyesTibet, 12th to 13th century or North-India Pala DynastyDimensions: Height 13 cm by 9 cmWeight: 860 gramsJambhala seated on a lotus throne with beaded rim in royal ease pose, the right foot supported on a money pot. The God of Wealth's right hand is resting on the knee with the face palming up, usually he is holding a lemon in this hand. The other hand is holding his jewel-spitting mongoose. He is wearing a big garland around his belly, necklaces, jewellery, a high conical crown with pointy top. He is generally depicted with a well-nourished figure, another sign of wealth and abundance. His face is smiling broadly. The scarf is billowing around his shoulders. Not only in Tibet, but also in other countries like Japan he is a popular god.