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Chinese Blanc-de-Chine Seated Guanyin Altar Piece , 19th/20th Century
A large and impressive work, in two parts bearing seal/reign mark …
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Chinese Blanc-de-Chine Seated Guanyin Altar Piece , 19th/20th Century
A large and impressive work, in two parts bearing seal/reign mark on the back of the mandala.
The serene bodhisattva in front of a pagoda shaped mandala, wearing an ornate headdress, beaded jewel necklace, seated in dhyanasana, resting on a lotus base.
This depiction of a seated Buddha with the right hand raised and facing outwards has two common meanings. The first is that of the protection Buddha, as the raised right hand symbolically represents a shield. The second meaning, Overcoming Fear.
This figure has the right hand is raised in Vitarka Mudra with the middle finger and the thumb touching each other which represents 'great compassion.'
The left hand holds the Ruyi which symbolizes power and good fortune/as desired; as one wishes.
The separate conforming base with shingled pagoda motif with four stylized dragons at each corner.
Overall measurements
21-Inches high x 7-Inches wide x 9-Inches deep
The figure alone measures 9-Inches high x 7.5-Inch diameter
The base alone measures 12.5-Inches high x 8.75 Inch diameter.
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- Dimensions
- 9ʺW × 9ʺD × 21ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Good Wear consistent with age and use. In remarkable well cared for condition. Good Wear consistent with age and use. In remarkable well cared for condition. less
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