Bronze with copper and silver inlays,Tibet, 12th century, Pala DynastyDimensions: Height 12,5 cm / Wide 8,5 cm / Depth 7 cmWeight: 566 gramsPadmapani seated on double reverse lotus throne with right leg stretched out to the front, wearing sandals and supported on a separate lotus flower. The right hand is placed with palm facing upward on the knee, gesture of welcoming, the other hand is holding a flower growing next to him. The head is slightly tilted to the right and decorated with a very high headdress. The eyes are open and a friendly smile is playing his lips, a radiating expression. Numerous copper and silver inlays decorate the body of Padmapani.