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Lot 95:
Antique Chinese Blanc de Chine Figure of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy
Description
Antique Chinese Blanc de Chine (white porcelain) figure of Guanyin, the Goddess of Mercy.
The figure is made of a distinctive pure white clay body and milky-white glaze. Guanyin is depicted standing on a base of stylized clouds.
In Chinese culture, Guanyin is a pusa (bodhisattva) known for compassion.
Measuring 15 inches H x 5 W, 16.5 inches H including black stepped base.
The figure’s hands are missing fingers, restoration to neck and hair, chip to earlobe.
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