Wood figure of Kuan-yin, the dispenser of fecundity. Original colouring and gilding. She is standing, wearing rich robes and jewels and holding a bird and a vase. Late Tang dynasty.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Figure of Kuan-yin, 618–906
Date supported
1934
Medium and material
Wood
Dimensions
168 cm
Grant
200
Total cost
200
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