{"product_id":"large-east-asian-guanyin-dragon-fish-bronze-64cm","title":"Large East Asian Guanyin on Dragon-Fish – Bronze, 64 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 64 × W 38.5 cm | \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16 kg | \u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e first half 20th century\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large East Asian figure of Guanyin standing above a dynamic dragon-fish and wave base. The composition combines the calm vertical presence of the Bodhisattva with a strongly modelled aquatic support.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuanyin is the East Asian manifestation of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of compassion. Water imagery frequently accompanies Guanyin and reinforces the figure's association with mercy and salvation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMaterial and condition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavy bronze or copper-alloy casting with a dark patina, areas of surface wear and surviving gilt-coloured traces. The precise workshop and regional origin remain unconfirmed, so the attribution is kept broadly East Asian.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eIconography and Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGuanyin, Avalokiteshvara or Chenrezig is the bodhisattva of compassion. Crown, lotus, vase and hand gestures vary by region, but the subject consistently embodies attentive mercy and aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition and Display\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSurviving gilding, darker recessed areas and wear on raised details create a layered surface. The 18 photographs document the remaining finish, patina, casting and base from multiple viewpoints.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361455554890,"sku":"608","price":1299.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/large-east-asian-guanyin-dragon-fish-bronze-64cm-surface-and-patina-detail-01.jpg?v=1787913846","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/large-east-asian-guanyin-dragon-fish-bronze-64cm","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}