Seated Padmapani, the Lotus-Bearing Bodhisattva

The image is of a statue of Seated Padmapani, the Lotus-Bearing Bodhisattva, created by an unknown artist. The statue depicts a figure seated on a lotus flower, which is on a tiered base. The base has a round, flat bottom with a beaded edge. The middle tier of the base is a ring of petal-like shapes. The figure sits cross-legged on top of the lotus flower, with one leg resting on top of the other. The figure has a tall, elaborate headdress. The figure wears earrings and multiple necklaces. The figure wears a short-sleeved garment. The figure has one hand resting on its knee and holds a stem in the other hand. The stem has a lotus flower at the top. The stem is held close to the figure's side. The figure has a serene expression. The statue is made of dark-colored material, possibly metal, and is photographed in black and white. The background of the image is plain and light-colored.