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Kubera, god of wealth, seated on a lion

Tibetan; Nepali

Artwork Details

Kubera, god of wealth, seated on a lion
15th century
Tibetan; Nepali
copper
3 15/16 in. x 1 15/16 in. x 1 9/16 in. ( 10 cm x 5 cm x 4 cm )
Gift of Michele Caplan
2000/2.155

Description

Subject Matter:

Kubera, the god of wealth, is widely worshipped in South and East Asia, in both Buddhist and Hindu contexts. He is shown here seated sideways on a lion.

Physical Description:

A miniature, cast bronze sculpture of Kubera, the god of wealth, seated sideways on a lion. Kubera sits in the lalitasana pose (the pose of royal ease, with one leg drawn up and the other relaxed); his right hand is outstretched to rest on the knee, while his left arm is akimbo and his hand rests on his hip. The base has a simple, single lotus petal design.

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