Porcelain Figurine of Guan Yin - Chinese Goddess of Mercy

Description

Description
For your consideration is a Chinese porcelain figurine of Guan Yin, the Chinese goddess of Mercy.
This is a truly beautiful piece of artwork and has raised plaque on the back with Chinese writing.
Perhaps it is for the maker’s mark.
This is of higher quality and beauty than other Guan Yin figurines currently for sale of that have sold in the recent past.
Please review the photographs to see the details of this fine piece.
Buddhism is usually regarded as a religion which is led by one master –
Buddha
. However, there are many more ancient legendary masters in this belief system and both male and female characters are honored by Buddhists.
Guanyin (Guan Yin) is a bodhisattva
- a person who is motivated by supreme compassion and is ‘a potential Buddha in training.’ She is associated with Mahayanna Buddhists
. This individual is commonly known as the “Goddess of Mercy,” and her main aspect is compassion.
Her teachings, legends about her life, and her key personality feature still inspire the Buddhist masters and the doctrine. Some see her as the mother form of the bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara.
Although Guanyin is now depicted with a female representation, this figure was regarded as male in India, and slowly transformed to have a female image in China. She is known for her kindness and can also be regarded as an icon of femininity in modern Buddhism.
Guan Yin’s mixture of male and female characteristics led her to became one of the most widely beloved Buddhist figures. According to the ancient followers she had powers to make miracles happen and came to the aid of people who chanted the famous Karandavyuha Sutra and Lotus Sutra.
Condition
There are a couple of light wear spots.  There is a small chip of the gold paint at the very top as seen in the photographs.  The porcelain is not damaged.  Please review the photographs to form your opinion as to the condition.
Size
Height:
12 inches
Width:
5 ½ inches
Depth:
4 ¾ inches
Weight:
34.6 ounces
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Most of the items we sell are antiques or vintage and have been used and enjoyed throughout the years.
Most pieces will show signs of wear.
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