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Bodhisattva Guanyin

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Bodhisattva Guanyin statue depicts a seated figure with a serene expression. The statue is made of brown material with gold accents. The figure sits cross-legged on a decorative base with a flower-like design. The base has a rounded square shape. The figure wears a long robe with folds carved into it. The robe has a V-neck, and the hands are clasped together in the lap. The figure has a headband around its forehead. The face is oval-shaped with a small nose and mouth. The eyes are closed. The background is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom. A shadow is cast to the right of the statue.

Artwork Details

Date
datable to1678
Medium
Sandalwood with lacquer and gilding, single-woodblock construction
Culture
China
Dimensions
468 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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