Guanyin - Bronze - China - Late 20th century
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Bronze Guanyin statue, late 20th century style, from China, 19.5 cm high, 15.5 cm wide, 10 cm deep, weight 1180 g, from a private collection, in good condition.
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Guanyin (觀音) - The Bodhisattva of Compassion
Guanyin is one of the most beloved and revered figures in East Asian Buddhism, known as the bodhisattva of compassion and mercy.
Origin & Name:
Derived from the Sanskrit name Avalokiteśvara
Full Chinese name: Guanshiyin (觀世音) - "She/He who perceives the sounds of the world"
Hear the prayers and cries for help of all beings.
Iconography & Manifestations:
Gender:
Originally male in India
In China, from the Tang Dynasty (7th–10th century), increasingly portrayed as female.
Transcends gender as a bodhisattva
Popular forms:
White Guanyin: Sitting on a lotus, symbol of purity.
Guanyin with a thousand arms: Infinite compassion and helpfulness
Guanyin with Child: Protector of Children and Fertility (Songzi Guanyin 送子觀音)
Guanyin on dragon/fish: Crossing the Ocean of Suffering
Water Droplet Guanyin: With a vase (kalasha) containing the Nectar of Life.
Attributes:
Willow twig (purification, healing)
Vase with holy water.
Lotus flower bud or -flower
Rosary (mala)
Sometimes a book (sutras)
Symbolism & Worship:
Unconditional compassion for all living beings
Redemption from suffering
Protection against hazards (fire, water,
the demon)
Fertility and the blessing of children
Healing of disease
Holy places:
Putuo Shan (普陀山) - one of the four sacred Buddhist mountains in China
Countless temples throughout East Asia
In folk religion: Guanyin is venerated by Buddhists, Taoists, and in Chinese folk religion, often on home altars and in temples for protection, health, and prosperity.
The statue is in good used condition with signs of aging. (See photos)
Very fine and detailed.
Carefully packed and shipped insured.
Weight: 1180 grams.
This item can be shipped together with other items of mine in this auction so that you only have to pay shipping costs once.
Guanyin (觀音) - The Bodhisattva of Compassion
Guanyin is one of the most beloved and revered figures in East Asian Buddhism, known as the bodhisattva of compassion and mercy.
Origin & Name:
Derived from the Sanskrit name Avalokiteśvara
Full Chinese name: Guanshiyin (觀世音) - "She/He who perceives the sounds of the world"
Hear the prayers and cries for help of all beings.
Iconography & Manifestations:
Gender:
Originally male in India
In China, from the Tang Dynasty (7th–10th century), increasingly portrayed as female.
Transcends gender as a bodhisattva
Popular forms:
White Guanyin: Sitting on a lotus, symbol of purity.
Guanyin with a thousand arms: Infinite compassion and helpfulness
Guanyin with Child: Protector of Children and Fertility (Songzi Guanyin 送子觀音)
Guanyin on dragon/fish: Crossing the Ocean of Suffering
Water Droplet Guanyin: With a vase (kalasha) containing the Nectar of Life.
Attributes:
Willow twig (purification, healing)
Vase with holy water.
Lotus flower bud or -flower
Rosary (mala)
Sometimes a book (sutras)
Symbolism & Worship:
Unconditional compassion for all living beings
Redemption from suffering
Protection against hazards (fire, water,
the demon)
Fertility and the blessing of children
Healing of disease
Holy places:
Putuo Shan (普陀山) - one of the four sacred Buddhist mountains in China
Countless temples throughout East Asia
In folk religion: Guanyin is venerated by Buddhists, Taoists, and in Chinese folk religion, often on home altars and in temples for protection, health, and prosperity.
The statue is in good used condition with signs of aging. (See photos)
Very fine and detailed.
Carefully packed and shipped insured.
Weight: 1180 grams.
This item can be shipped together with other items of mine in this auction so that you only have to pay shipping costs once.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
Late 20th century
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
China
Material
Bronze
Height
19.5 cm
Width
15.5 cm
Title of artwork
Guanyin
Depth
10 cm
Condition
Good condition
Provenance
Private collection
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