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17TH CENTURY
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A RARE GILT-BRONZE FIGURE OF GUANYIN
17TH CENTURY
The seated figure is modelled wearing flowing robes with floral borders, holding a scroll with both hands. The ears and chest are adorned with jewellery, and there is an elaborate headdress to the head. The face bears a serene expression with downcast eyes.
22 7/8 in. (58.8 cm.)
17TH CENTURY
The seated figure is modelled wearing flowing robes with floral borders, holding a scroll with both hands. The ears and chest are adorned with jewellery, and there is an elaborate headdress to the head. The face bears a serene expression with downcast eyes.
22 7/8 in. (58.8 cm.)
Provenance
From the collection of the Kierulff family, acquired in the late 19th - early 20th century by Danish businessmen Peter Arnt Kierulff (1838-1909) and Hannibal Julius Kierulff (1858-1907); thence by descent to the present owner.
Special notice
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