Shokannon 聖観音 (Kannon Bosatsu Figure Holding Lotus Bud) Wood Carving Buddhist Statue Sculpture 27cm Shokannon 聖観音: Also known as Kannon Bosatsu (Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara), this name was given to the deity because it means that he is always watching people and will save them in the blink of an eye at the sound of a call for help, and was widely worshipped in Japan. It is one of the Six Avalokitesvara Bodhisattvas and is said to save people who are lost on the road to hell. Kannon Bosatsu figure holding a lotus bud: The seed of the lotus flower is the Bodhi in our hearts, and Bodhisattva Sage Avalokiteshvara is showing us how to make the bud bloom in order to lead us, who have been covered in afflictions without letting the seed of the heart bloom, towards enlightenment. Dimensions: 3.3" x 3.3" x 10.6" / 8.3cm x 8.3cm x 27cm Material: Wood Weight: 230g Condition Antique items have originally crease, stain, damage, and more. I would like you to refer to the listing photos, but please understand that it's difficult to show all conditions by the photos. Shipping "FREE SHIPPING" all over the world by Registered Airmail, EMS, or DHL.