Champa, 17th-18th century. The large vessel shaped like a lotus bud, the circular cover with a lotus finial surmounted by a small figure of Uma, seated in dhyanasana, richly adorned in jewelry and wearing an elaborate crown, holding a conch in one hand. Provenance: Ex-Collection of The Zelnik István Southeast Asian Gold Museum. Institutional art collection in Belgium, acquired from the above. Condition: Very good condition with minor traces of age and wear, small nicks and scratches here and there, traces of gilt. Weight: 5,910 g Dimensions: Height 38.5 cm