A CHINESE BRONZE-GILT STANDING BODHISATTVA
In sanskrit, Avalokiteshvara means 'the lord who looks upon the world with compassion', and can be identified by the small figure of Amitabha Buddha that centers the crown or headdress. Avalokiteshvara can also be identified by the willow branch, 'holy water' bottle, and sometimes a lotus that are held in the hands. In China, Avalokiteshvara is referred to as Guanyin, the goddess of Compassion.
Dimension: 5x4x18 cm. Weight 395 grams

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