This small example of Padmapani, a form of Avalokitesvara, is the most popular bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, in metal is shown without ornament, standing in a modified version of the tribhanga (three bends) posture, with his identifying attribute, the lotus, grasped in the left hand, whilst the right hand, allaying fear, is raised in abhaya mudra ( a gesture of protection), indicating Padmapani's role both as protector of living creatures and guardian of world order..
The statue appears to be solid cast in one piece, with the halo cast separately, then attached to the back of the head with a copper rivet. The back is only partially finished, and has one casting flaw. The figure is broken below the knees where appendages pinned to the legs attest to an early, not altogether successful repair.
The face is full with its thick lips and heavy-lidded eyes; the hair gathered into a high chignon with a few locks falling onto the shoulders. The depiction of the garment has been reduced to a few etched lines on the thigh, midriff and the left arm