"Guanyin, Bodhisattva Of Compassion, China, Qing Dynasty, Late 19th – Early 20th Century."
Sculpture depicting the bodhisattva Guanyin wearing a long golden robe. Her hands are placed horizontally at waist level, in a gesture of offering or supporting a gift, typical of representations of the bodhisattva Guanyin, symbolizing the willingness to offer help and compassion.
China, Qing dynasty, late 19th - early 20th century.
Carved and gilded wood.
Dimensions: 51 cm x 15 cm x 15 cm.
Condition: visible cracks in the wood and the right foot is missing. The gilding is partially worn away.