Statuette of the Bodhisattva Guanyin made of gilded lacquered copper alloy, China, late Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), 17th century

Statuette of the Bodhisattva Guanyin made of gilded lacquered copper alloy, China, late Ming Dynasty (1368–1644), 17th century Depicted seated in the padmāsana posture on a lotus-shaped base with a double row of petals, the figure wears a tall crown with five fleurons, her hair pulled up into a bun, and her long ears with broad lobes. The face, with its serene features, has half-closed eyes and an expression of tranquility. Dressed in a monastic robe with soft folds that partially reveal his

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