JAPAN - Late 19th century

JAPAN - Late 19th century An imposing granite garden sculpture depicting Kannon 観音 (Avalokiteśvara) holding a child in her arms. This iconography is known as “Jibo Kannon” 慈母観音, which literally means “Kannon, the loving mother.” The work is carved from a large block of dark gray granite. The figure stands, dressed in long, loose-fitting garments. Her hair is pulled back into a neat style, elegantly covered by a veil that falls down her back. In her arms, she cradles a baby

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Asian art

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