California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 November 28, 2015  November 28, 2015

 Lot # 7169 
A GILT-BRONZE GUANYIN UPON LOTUS    清 銅鎏金坐蓮觀音


  • Dimension: Height: 14 1/4 in (36.2 cm) Width: 6 1/4 in (15.9 cm)
  • Estimate From: $12000
  • Estimate To: $24000

The Guanyin is cast seated in dhyanasana atop a separately cast lotus throne with incised petals, the hands raised in mutra, dressed in long robes engraved with floral scrolls at the hem, opening at chest revealing the beaded necklaces. The face is shown with benevolent expression, flanked by elongated earlobes suspending ornate earrings, wearing pointed crown surrounding topknot. Qing Dynasty period.