Bronze fire-giltTibet or China, Ming Dynasty (1368 - 1644)Dimensions: Height 8 cmWeight: 208,8 gramsJambhala or the God of Wealth seated on a lotus throne with beaded rim. He is holding the jewel-spitting mongoose in his left hand, a pile of jewels already lying to his feet. The other hand is most probably holding a citrus fruit. A large beaded necklace hangs around the shoulders and covers the belly. The deity has a grim expression and wears lots of jewellery and a crown.