

Eleven-headed bodhisattva Guanyin
The image depicts Eleven-headed bodhisattva Guanyin. The central figure is a bodhisattva with eleven heads stacked on top of each other. The bodhisattva's primary head has a serene expression with eyes closed. The bodhisattva wears a blue and white robe with red trim. The bodhisattva stands on a pink lotus flower. There are ten smaller Buddha figures in the image. Six of the Buddha figures sit on clouds along the top edge. Two Buddha figures sit on clouds on either side near the bottom edge. The background includes blue sky with white clouds and a mountain range. The border is red with a gold swirling pattern. The image includes trees and greenery.
Artwork Details
- Date
- 1778
- Medium
- Silk and metal thread embroidery on silk twill
- Culture
- China
- Dimensions
- 469 × 625 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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