[1] The statue is of great aesthetic and historical value, and is considered to be a masterpiece of classical Hindu-Buddhist art of ancient Java.

The serene expression and meditative pose and gesture suggest peace and wisdom, in contrast with her rich and intricate jewelry and decorations.

[1] Her left arm is placed around an utpala (blue lotus), on top of which sits her attribute: the lontar palm leaf book Prajnaparamita Sutra.

Behind her head radiates prabhamandala, a halo or aura of light to suggest a divinity that has reached the highest wisdom.

[4] The statue was discovered in almost perfect condition in the Cungkup Putri ruins near Singhasari temple, Malang, East Java.

Both the East Java and Jambi Prajnaparamitas works bear resemblance in style as they were produced in same period.

It has become perhaps the best known icon of ancient Indonesian art, as one of the rare images that successfully combines aesthetic perfection and spirituality.