Description & Technical information
This finely modelled head of Guanyin, exudes serenity. The slender hooded eyes, are half closed and downcast. The arched eyebrows extend to a broad straight nose over full lips. In the center of the forehead is a circular indentation – known as an -urna - which would have once held a jewel. The long earlobes indicate this is a figure of great wisdom. The hair is pulled up from the face into an elaborate top-knot, encircled by a band embellished with florets. There are traces of polychrome.
Date: Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Period: 1400-1600, 15th century, 16th Century, 17th century
Origin: China
Medium: Stucco, Traces of polychrome
Dimensions: 72 cm (28³/₈ inches)
Provenance: Private Collection, France - acquired in the 1980s
Categories: Oriental and Asian Art

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