Late 19th / Early 20th Century Antique Very Good + Overall Condition Guanyin (Kwan Yin) Goddess of Mercy Buddha Celadon Color w/ Craquelure Splendid Statue / Sculpture Fine Asian Collector Item approximately 17" Tall x 10" wide x 6" deep -------------------------------------- Please read ! This fabulous Celadon Quan Yin statue / sculpture has no notable condition issues other than the craquelure which is common in such antique works ~ still, there is nothing so significant as to take away from its enchanting beauty ~ this lovely statue / sculpture will add great charm to your decor ~ please see photos for condition details ~ all shipments include tracking number ~ All items are from a smoke free environment. We ship orders every day, and same day when possible. Your complete satisfaction is our goal! About Guanyin: In Chinese mythology, Guanyin (觀音) is the goddess of mercy and considered to be the physical embodiment of compassion. She is an all-seeing, all-hearing being who is called upon by worshipers in times of uncertainty, despair, and fear. A Ming official from the 14th century composed the following poem to praise the goddess: Like a speck of dust, ephemeral is the body, So is the doctrine ephemeral, like a speck of dust. Only when all sentient beings and the world attain emptiness Will [Guanyin]’s all-compassionate heart rest. Guanyin is originally based on the Hindu god Avalokiteśvara. Avalokiteśvara’s myth spread throughout China during the advent of Buddhism and mixed with local folklore in a process known as syncretism to become the modern day understanding of Guanyin. Though she can take both male and female form, she is most often represented as a woman in Chinese lore. 20260720X4970 S-4801 24x18x12