Antique Guan Yin Carved Buddha Bust - Monumental

Description

Standing at 30" tall - this antique is a monumental homage to Guanyin - the Chinese goddess of mercy. Carved wood (hollowed out interior) with painted gesso overlay.

Measures 30" tall x 18" wide x 9" deep.

In very good antique condition. Structurally sound with no cracks or wood loss. Signs of some gesso loss along with some old repairs. See photos for details.

Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: In very good antique condition. Structurally sound with no cracks or wood loss. Signs of some gesso loss along with some old repairs. See photos for details.

Materials & Techniques:
Gesso, Wood

Details:
Country of Origin: Unknown
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Art Subjects: Figure

Condition

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; In very good antique condition. Structurally sound with no cracks or wood loss. Signs of some gesso loss along with some old repairs. See photos for details.

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20%

Dimensions

30 x 18 x 9 in

Antique Guan Yin Carved Buddha Bust - Monumental

Lot 0905

Estimate $550-$2,540

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