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Gwaneum (Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva)

anonymous, c. 1700 - c. 1800

Gwaneum (Avalokiteshvara) is the Bodhisattva of compassion. Assisting people in times of trouble, the deity's face radiates kindness and assurance. This statue holds a lotus flower, a Buddhist symbol of purity. Its seated posture imbues the statue with a sense of strength and confidence. The robe’s graceful folds add an element of elegance.

  • Artwork typesculpture
  • Object numberAK-C-2023-7
  • Dimensionsheight 89.4 cm x width 65.2 cm x length 0 cm x weight 23.38 kg
  • Physical characteristicsverguld hout en polychromie

Identification

  • Title(s)

    Gwaneum (Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva)

  • Object type

  • Object number

    AK-C-2023-7

  • Description

    Verguld houten beeld van een zittende figuur van de bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, met een lotus in zijn handen en een rijk bewerkte kroon.

Creation

  • Creation

    sculptor: anonymous, Korea

  • Dating

    c. 1700 - c. 1800

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Material and technique

  • Physical description

    verguld hout en polychromie

  • Dimensions

    height 89.4 cm x width 65.2 cm x length 0 cm x weight 23.38 kg

Acquisition and rights

  • Credit line

    On loan from National Museum of Korea

  • Copyright

    Public domain

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