The sculpture depicts a figure with almond-shaped eyes and a closed mouth, adorned in a robe with colorful floral patterns. The hands are held together at the front, with a shawl draped over the shoulders. The head is topped with a dark headdress. Made from glossy ceramic material, the sculpture has a polished sheen, enhancing its design. The textures and colors create a decorative appearance, presenting the figure as elegant and traditionally crafted.

Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion

Kangxi period, 1662/1722

Medium: porcelain with famille verte enamels on the biscuit
Classification: Decorative Art
Period: 1651 to 1700
Image size: 598 × 1200px

Description

The sculpture depicts a figure with almond-shaped eyes and a closed mouth, adorned in a robe with colorful floral patterns. The hands are held together at the front, with a shawl draped over the shoulders. The head is topped with a dark headdress. Made from glossy ceramic material, the sculpture has a polished sheen, enhancing its design. The textures and colors create a decorative appearance, presenting the figure as elegant and traditionally crafted.

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