1498864

Exquisite Bronze Guan Yin on Lotus - China #1498864

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Exquisite Bronze Guan Yin on Lotus - China #1498864
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Exquisite Bronze Guan Yin on Lotus - China</em></td>
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A Beautiful old Bronze of Kwan Yin, the Buddhist Bodhisattva of
Compassion -
also
known as Guan Yin, Quan'Am (Vietnam), Kannon (Japan), and
Tara (Tibet).
She stands barefoot on a lotus flower and from a
vase
she pours the healing waters of life - the nectar of
compassion and wisdom. She has a serene smile and she holds
her right hand in the tarjani mudra- warding off all evil spirits.
This piece is quite old and the bottom is
sealed; inside there are some loose grains and seeds - a
traditional offering to feed the spirit.

This bronze was originally purchased in Dunhuang, China, a
rural city at the remote western end of the Great Wall. Since
ancient times, Dunhuang has been a hub of
commerce and culture along the Silk Road between India, Tibet
and China. By the end of the ninth century there was a statue
of Kwan Yin in every Buddhist monastery in China. She is
perhaps the most widely revered diety in the world. To have a
picture or statue of Kwan Yin in one's home brings good luck
and protection to the household. The artistry of this piece
reflects the value the Chinese have placed on sacred art. It is
perfect
for any collection or an excellent gift for anyone interested in
China, Buddhism and meditation.
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<td>Reference
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<tr><td>Condition:excellent</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year:unknown</td></tr>
<tr><td>Country:China</td></tr>
<tr><td>Maker:unknown</td></tr>
<tr><td>Height:12</td></tr>
<tr><td>Depth:3.5</td></tr>
<tr><td>Width:4</td></tr>
<tr><td>Weight:2.8</td></tr>
<tr><td>Title:Exquisite Bronze Guan Yin on Lotus - China</td></tr>
<tr><td>Style:Buddhist</td></tr>
<tr><td>Materials:wood</td></tr>
<tr><td>Type:Bronze</td></tr>
<tr><td>Location:Hammondsport, NY</td></tr>
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