Bronze firegilt,Nepal, 18th centuryDimensions: Height 19 cm / Wide 21 cm / Depth 9 cmWeight: 1770 gramsSmall shrine with seated Vajradhara and white Tara next to him. They are sittingin lotus pose on lotus base, Vajradhara's arms are crossed in front of his chest. He is smiling gently, the eyes are downcast. The white Tara to the left is holding her right hand palm facing the front, thumb and index finger are touching, while the left arm is lifted and thumb and ring finger touching. Both hands are holding lotus flowers that are growing next to her. Both are wearing elaborate tiaras and their jewellery is decorated with various stone inlays.