Copper Kubera Statue Sitting on Lion 14 1/2" Item #3n12
Materials: Lost Wax Method, Copper, Made in Nepal
Tibetan Name: Nam Thos Re
Height: 14 inches
Width: 11 inches
Depth: 6 inches
Description
Kubera is one of the most popular deities of Nepalese Buddhists. He is the bestower of wealth and guardian of the northern direction. In many Tibetan and Nepalese images such as this one, the deity is shown as a plump figure wearing a crown, ribbons and jewelry, sitting on a lion and holding a mongoose, representing his victory over the naga (snake deities), who symbolize greed. As God of Wealth, Kubera squeezes the mongoose and causes the creature to spew out jewels.