China - Qing Dynasty - Guanyin seated - soapstone sculpture
China - Qing Dynasty
Dimensions :
- Height : 15CM cm
Guanyin in a seated position
soapstone sculpture
This piece depicts Guanyin (Avalokiteśvara).
The Bodhisattva of compassion and mercy, carved in steatite (often called soapstone).
The stone has a beautiful honey to ochre hue, with color variations due to veins and patina.
The figure is depicted seated in a relaxed pose (rājalilāsana), wearing flowing robes with finely rendered folds. The face is serene, the eyes half-closed in meditation. Engraved motifs representing auspicious clouds or Buddhist symbols are visible on the shoulders and back.
The figure is depicted seated in a relaxed pose (rājalilāsana), wearing flowing robes with finely rendered folds. The face is serene, the eyes half-closed in meditation. Engraved motifs representing auspicious clouds or Buddhist symbols are visible on the shoulders and back.
This type of sculpture is characteristic of Chinese craftsmanship, often produced from the 17th to the early 20th century (Qing Dynasty).
Height 15 cm, 553g
Dimensions :
- Height : 15CM cm
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