#8 • Wood Carved Guanyin

Part of Professor's Collection Part Two: Asian Sculpture and Fine Objects (live auction by Blue Box Auction Gallery)

High bid $45.00

Status: Sold

Estimated Value: $95-175 Origin: China Medium: Carved wood Dimension: 14.5x8.5x5in Condition: Fingers were previously broken and glued into place. Wood shows normal wear with a small crack on left thigh area. Traces of applied pigments.  Description: This wood carved Guanyin is the Bodhisattva of compassion in Chinese Buddhism. It is revered as a deity of mercy and called upon in times of fear and uncertainty. It features a carved flowing robe and worldly ornaments such as a necklace and tiara. The statue was carved into a meditative pose that embodies the compassion and the desire to help others achieve enlightenment.