Blanc de Chine porcelain,
China, 20th century
Double-gourd Dehua mark and artist’s mark ‘He Chaozong’ on the back
Finely modeled representation of the Goddess of Mercy in delicate ivory color
Hand modeled with incised decoration
In an upright position on roaring waves
Dressed in a richly pleated garment
A scroll in her right hand
The finely worked hair is bound in a high topknot
Adorned with delicately pearl necklace arounf the neck
Serene facial features with half-closed eyes
Height: 32 cm
Very good condition
Provenance: Private collection, Hanover

Guanyin

Guanyin, the Chinese goddess of mercy and compassion, counts among the most venerated figures in Buddhism and is highly respected in Asian cultures. Initially a male figure, it transformed over the centuries to a maternal goddess with wondrous healing powers who bestows solace and luck. As a bodhisattva, Guanyin denied herself entrance into nirvana when she heard the laments of the mortals and helpfully returned to earth. Her name translates to ‘observer of the cries of the world’.



Condition: The Guanyin figure is in very good condition with hardly any signs of age. The height measures 32 cm.

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