Guanyin - Gilded bronze - Tibet - 20th century

This is a beautiful statue of Guanyin (觀音) - also known as Avalokiteshvara in Sanskrit - the Bodhisattva of Compassion.

Identifying features:
Royal relaxed pose (lalitasana/royal ease) — one leg raised, the other hanging down

Luxurious jewelry and ornaments
necklaces, bracelets, crown with an Amitabha figure on top

Elegant, flowing garments with fine details and decorative patterns

Serene, compassionate facial expression.

Two-tone finish
gold-colored body with dark accents on her and details


Hand gestures:
Right hand: rests relaxed on the raised knee (varada mudra variant)

Left hand: rest on the seat


Symbolism: Guanyin is the most beloved bodhisattva in East Asia and symbolizes:
Unconditional compassion and mercy
Protection of all who invoke her name
Fertility and the blessing of children (especially in Chinese tradition)
Healing and relief from suffering.


The statue is in good used condition with signs of aging. (See photos)
Very fine and detailed.
Carefully packed and shipped insured.

Weight: 1550 grams.

This item can be shipped together with my other items in this auction so that you only have to pay the shipping costs once.