Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin)

The statue depicts Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, also known as Guanyin. The figure has a serene face with a slender nose and slightly downcast eyes. The figure has a tall, pointed crown on top of the head. The figure wears a long, flowing garment with folds and creases indicated by the metalwork. The figure has multiple arms, with the right arm bent at the elbow, holding a lotus flower or similar object. The left arm is also bent at the elbow, holding a small object, possibly a bottle or vase. The figure stands on a lotus flower base. The statue is made of bronze or brass, with a gold patina. The statue has a weathered appearance, with darker areas where the patina has worn off. The statue stands on an octagonal base with openwork sides. The background is a gradient from dark gray to light gray.