Bronze with silver inlaysIndia 12th century , Pala DynastyDimensions: Height 8,5 cm by 5 cmWeight: 140 gramsA seated Tara on a lotus throne with rim, legs crossed, the hands both resting in the lap holding an offering bowl. Her legs are covered in a striped dhoti. Her chest is decorated with necklaces, her arms with simple armlets and bracelets. An open-work halo with a diamond at the center top surrounds her head, a scarf is billowing around her shoulders. The Tara is smiling with open eyes, a high conical tiara sits on her head. The statue has some patina.