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Figure of Guanyin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Figure of Guanyin by unknown artist is a white statue of a woman sitting cross-legged on a wooden base. The woman has a serene facial expression and her eyes are closed. She wears a long robe with folds and creases that are intricately detailed. Her hands are placed on her lap. A decorative piece adorns her head. The statue sits on a dark brown wooden base, which is decorated with small white rocks or shells around the edges. The background of the image is plain white.

Artwork Details

Medium
Pottery (Yingqing ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 400 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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