Giant Stone Head Depicting A Bodhisattva
Giant stone head depicting a bodhisattva
This sculpture is carved from a hard natural stone with striking colors—brown streaked with dark bands—which attests to its varied nature
It depicts the head of Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, often called the Goddess of Mercy, carved in accordance with Chinese stylistic tradition
It is characterized by a downcast, meditative gaze, finely chiseled, linear eyebrows, and a subtle, peaceful smile that conveys inner calm
The hair is pulled up into a high, elaborate bun, adorned with a tiara or a stylized floral crown, typical of Guanyin iconography
25 cm wide, 23 cm deep, and 48 cm tall
Total weight: 29 kg
This piece comes from a private collection and was acquired in China in the 1970s
This sculpture is carved from a hard natural stone with striking colors—brown streaked with dark bands—which attests to its varied nature
It depicts the head of Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, often called the Goddess of Mercy, carved in accordance with Chinese stylistic tradition
It is characterized by a downcast, meditative gaze, finely chiseled, linear eyebrows, and a subtle, peaceful smile that conveys inner calm
The hair is pulled up into a high, elaborate bun, adorned with a tiara or a stylized floral crown, typical of Guanyin iconography
25 cm wide, 23 cm deep, and 48 cm tall
Total weight: 29 kg
This piece comes from a private collection and was acquired in China in the 1970s
500 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Stone
Width: 25 cm
Height: 48 cm
Depth: 23 cm
Reference (ID): 1802286
Availability: In stock
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