Bronze with two turquoiseTibet , 18th centuryDimensions: Height 12,5 cm by 6,5 cmWeight: 230,6 gramsLiterally translated as "The One born from a Lotus Flower" and also known as Guru Rinpoche. Here seated on a double reverse lotus base with beaded rim in lotus position wearing a robe over his garment. He is backed by an open-work mandorla and flanked by two standing adorants who form mudras of fearlessness. Guru Rinpoche is holding a skull cup filled with the nectar of life in his left hand, the other hand is raised in front of his chest forming a mudra. The khatvanga staff is placed on his left shoulder. He is adorned with jewellery and a headdress. His face is awake and attentive. The mandorla and aureole are removable.