Vintage Buddhist Blanc De Chine Guanyin Porcelain Lotus Flower Lamp

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If you’re into statement lighting, this one’s a showstopper. This lamp features a glossy white ‘Blanc de Chine’ porcelain figure … Read more If you’re into statement lighting, this one’s a showstopper. This lamp features a glossy white ‘Blanc de Chine’ porcelain figure of Guanyin (or, Kwan Yin) standing beneath a beautifully delicate, layered lotus-flower shade. Blanc de Chine — literally, ‘White from China’ — is a strikingly pure shade of white porcelain, typically from the Fujian province of China. When the light is turned on, the shade radiates a warm, soft light & the “petals” look like they’re lit from within, bringing an immediate sense of calm to the environment.

Guanyin is one of the most beloved figures in East Asian Buddhism. Known as the Bodhisattva of Compassion & Mercy, the name is often translated as “the one who hears the cries of the world.” Guanyin’s roots trace back to the Indian bodhisattva Avalokiteśvara, & over time in China, Guanyin became most commonly represented in a gentle, feminine form. She is often seen with symbols like a lotus for purity & spiritual awakening, serene expression, & flowing robes—meant to evoke calm, protection, & compassion, which is why Guanyin figures are commonly placed in homes & temples as a comforting presence. See less