This beautiful statue of Vajrasattva is made by the craftsmen of Nepal. It is made of brass and a small part is silver plated.
Vajrasattva is a Vajrayana Buddha. Protector of karma, he concentrates the energies and the wisdom of the five dhyani Buddhas of which he is sometimes described as the "priest". Vajrasattva practice is centered on confession and purification.
Vajrasattva is most often depicted alone, with the vajra in the right hand at heart height and the upturned ghanta bell in the left hand, symbolizing strength and wisdom respectively.
 
Signification:
Purifying karma, accomplishing broken samayas (times)