Early 19th C Chinese Polychrome Carved Wood Guanyin Figure

Name: Early 19th C Chinese Polychrome Carved Wood Guanyin Figure
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA875931
Availability: SoldOut

19th century

Sold by William Morris Antiques

Description

A very decorative early 19th century Chinese carved wood and polychrome lacquer Guanyin figure. Seated in the Vitarka mudra pose representing the discussion and transmission of the teachings by the Buddha. This particular variant where the middle finger and the thumb are seen touching each other which is taken as the mudra of great compassion.

In Chinese mythology, Guanyin (??) is the goddess of mercy and considered to be the physical embodiment of compassion. She is an all-seeing, all-hearing being who is called upon by worshipers in times of uncertainty, despair, and fear. Guanyin is originally based on the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara

The piece is in good overall condition with no major breaks or repairs, there are signs of wear an c some chippings to the painted and gilded polychrome decoration.

Physical Dimensions

Height

44cm (17.32")

Width

23cm (9.06")

Depth

22cm (8.66")

Declaration

William Morris Antiques has dated this piece to the 1800s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA875931

Description

A very decorative early 19th century Chinese carved wood and polychrome lacquer Guanyin figure.

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Seated in the Vitarka mudra pose representing the discussion and transmission of the teachings by the Buddha.

William Morris Antiques

This particular variant where the middle finger and the thumb are seen touching each other which is taken as the mudra of great compassion.

fig 1. Early 19th c Chinese polychrome carved Wood Guanyin figure — fig 1. Early 19th C Chinese Polychrome Carved Wood Guanyin Figure

In Chinese mythology, Guanyin (??) is the goddess of mercy and considered to be the physical embodiment of compassion. She is an all-seeing, all-hearing being who is called upon by worshipers in times of uncertainty, despair, and fear. Guanyin is originally based on the bodhisattva Avalokitesvara

The piece is in good overall condition with no major breaks or repairs, there are signs of wear an c some chippings to the painted and gilded polychrome decoration.