Bidspirit auction | Chinese Bronze Figure of Guanyin,
Chinese Bronze Figure of Guanyin, a Bodhisattva of Compassion, Ming Dynasty - A Chinese cast bronze figure of Guanyin, approximately Ming dynasty (1368-1644). The deity seated in dhyanasana with the right hand raised, the left hand holding a cup, attired in flowing robes, and pendant jewels, crowned by an elaborate headdress centered on a figure of Amitabha. Pose: The deity is depicted seated in dhyanasana (meditation pose) with flowing robes and pendant jewels. Hand Gestures: The right hand is often raised in a mudra, while the left hand holds a vessel or cup containing the ”nectar of life”. Crown: The figure wears an elaborate, high phoenix crown. Some old losses to figure, missing objects. Measuring 12 inches H x 7 W x 5.5 deep.