A lacquered bronze figure of Weituo with traces of gilding. China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644) (height: 56 cm) (defects and breaks) The guardian is depicted standing on a rock-shaped base with slightly spread legs, wearing intricately detailed armor with a fierce mythical animal mask on the stomach. In the right hand, he holds a large phurba, while the left is raised in abhayamudra. The serene face is topped with a helmet featuring ornamental decorations.