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Antique Bronze Statue Of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara Thailand

Offered by: Tishu

Description
Cast in Bronze, this Avalokitesvara Statue is from Thailand with conspicuous influence from neighboring Khmer culture in nowadays Cambodia, where Hinduism and Buddhism confluent. Avalokitesvara is one of the most revered Bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism. His equivalence in Chinese culture is Goddess of Mercy, Guan Yin.

This heavy bronze cast feature the goddess in her Four limbs four with each hands in a "teaching mudra". The Bodhisattva is dressed in a simple short dhoti, a clear influence from Cambodia, yet it still features an elaborate hair crown with Buddha in the center.

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More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Bronze on wood stand.
Condition:	Very heavy, dark deep patina bellowed by age. Some age wear and possible chips from the eye, which may be set with precious jewels in its original form.
Creation Date:	Thailand, 18th C or earlier.
Styles / Movements:	Religious, Asian
Incollect Reference #:	127678

Dimensions

W.	10 in;	H.	30 in;	D.	10 in;
W.	25.4 cm;	H.	76.2 cm;	D.	25.4 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.

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