OFFERING LAMP Bronze cast in several parts, Nepal 17th century Dimensions: Height 117 cm , Wide 35 cm , Depth 35 cm Weight: 15472 grams Large offering lamp with circular shape exquisitely done in open-work design of floral repetitive patterns in various styles, mounted on a small basin with dangling pendants in leaf-shape. The top is decorated by a diamond shaped aureole made of flowers with stone inlay and the victory banner, on of the Eight Auspicious Symbols, is on top. A Buddhist deity is standing in the centre of a throne carried by many bulls. The deity is holding its hand facing the front holding a thin thread. The expression is friendly and welcoming, the third eye sports the forehead. Two attendants flank the central figure, lifting up a closed lotus bud, and three small servant are nestled on the floor.