19th C. Chinese Gilt Bronze Seated Guanyin Bodhisattva
$1,280.00
Description
Description:Bronze with gilding on the robes and crown. Some flaking and gilt loss but no damage or repairs. Some overpaint in hair. Please see pictures for condition details as the photos are part of the description.A gold crown with water bottle, this “divine nectar of life,” is used to relieve suffering. The vase is one of the eight Buddhist emblems that are common in artistic iconography. The bodhisatva’s robes are adorned with precious jewels, symbolizing noble status. Guan Yin frequently appears standing on a lotus flower, a ubiquitous Buddhist symbol of enlightenment and spiritual awakening. The lotus grows from the muddy waters of samsara, yet remains unstained by impurities, representing the transcendence of suffering and the attainment of enlightenment.
Date: 19th C.
Dimensions: 16.5″x12″x9″
Weight: 30 +/- lbs.
Medium: Bronze
Condition: Very Good
Additional information
| Weight | 30 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 16 × 12 × 20 in |
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