The Bronze Bodhisattva is seated upright in a lotus position or padmasana, a meditation pose on a base. The hands are in a Varana Mudra, the boon granting mudra. Mudras are prescribed hand and finger gestures that carry meaning in Buddhist sculptures. The reason why this Bodhisattva is not described as a Guan Yin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion is because there is no image of Buddha on the elaborate headress. The style of the Bodhisattva can be described as Ming, with the squarish face. Every detail is done according to iconography prescribed for a bodhisattva, from the princely dhoti, to the jewelry, hair arrangements, down to the drapery patterns on the body. The facial features are well defined, as well as the hair design. The casting is well executed and the Bodhisattva exudes benevolence.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: The finish on the bronze has discolorations in the form of lighter spots which are found mostly on the back and on the base. They resulted from age, 100 years. They are spots on the finish and not obvious and do not affect the appearance of the bronze sculpture itself. Please examine last image.

Origin:
China

Materials & Techniques:
Antique Bronze Finish, Tole

Details:
Country of Origin: China
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; The finish on the bronze has discolorations in the form of lighter spots which are found mostly on the back and on the base. They resulted from age, 100 years. They are spots on the finish and not obvious and do not affect the appearance of the bronze sculpture itself. Please examine last image.