Seated Vasudhara

Vasudhara, whose name means "river of gems," is the Buddhist goddess of wealth. She is popular as a household deity among Nepali Buddhists. Her six arms hold attributes of her munificence.

• Medium: Gilt copper inlaid with semiprecious stones
• Dates: 12th century
• Dimensions: 6 1/2 in. (16.5 cm) H from base 5 inch.: 5 in. (12.7 cm)
• Collection: Asian Art
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, EXHIBITION-2, Asian 2W23
• Accession Number: 80.178
• Image: 80.178_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 0,