figurine

figurine

Metal figure - Jambhala Jambhala (also known as Dzambhala, Dzambala, Zambala or Jambala) is the God of Wealth (Buddhist) and appropriately a member of the Jewel Family (see Ratnasambhava). In Hindu mythology, Jambhala is known as Kubera. In his left hand he holds a jewel producing mongoose and in his right hand a gem shaped fruit.
  • Object: figurine
  • Artist: -
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  • Dimensions: -
  • Culture Area: Asia
  • Cultural Group: Tibet
  • Cultural Context: -
  • Donor: Barbara & Hiro Narita
  • Catalog #: 114.211