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Bodhisattva Guanyin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Bodhisattva Guanyin statue depicts a woman with a serene expression, her face smooth with subtle lines. She wears a long robe carved to resemble folds and creases, with a rounded bun on top of her head. The figure cradles a small child on her left side, her left arm supporting the child's back, and her right hand holding an object in front of her. The statue rests on a dark brown base with a flat top and slightly raised edges, featuring three small feet. The overall statue appears to be made of light-colored wood or ivory, contrasting with the dark base. The background transitions from black at the top to gray at the bottom.

Artwork details

Date:
16th century
Medium:
Ivory
Culture:
China
Dimensions:
468 × 624 px
Museum record:
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