{"product_id":"qing-chinese-standing-wooden-guanyin-gilding-remnants","title":"18th–Early 19th Century Qing Chinese Wooden Guanyin – 45.5 cm","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e H 45.5 × W 17 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 1.6 kg\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved solid wood with original gilt remnants\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Qing dynasty, 18th to early 19th century\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standing Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGesture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised hand in a protective gesture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCatalogue Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Qing devotional sculpture represents Guanyin standing with a raised protective hand, calm facial features and flowing robes crossed by a sash. It was carved by hand from a single block of wood for an altar or niche.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOriginal leaf-gilding remnants survive in recessed and protected zones. Natural wear, patina and surface abrasion are consistent with long devotional use. No modern lacquer, repainting or structural restoration is present, and the sculpture remains stable.\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\u003eThe carved hand-carved solid wood with original gilt remnants retains visible grain, tool-work and naturally varied colour. The 9 photographs document the carving, profiles, reverse and age-related surface character as part of the condition assessment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 18th–early 19th century qing chinese wooden guanyin with balanced display presence, combining its china hand-carved solid wood with original gilt remnants character with clearly readable sculptural detail.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Buddha-Statues.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63361631125834,"sku":null,"price":1200.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1073\/1693\/7034\/files\/18th-early-19th-century-qing-chinese-wooden-guanyin-gilt-remnants-01.jpg?v=1787936065","url":"https:\/\/buddha-statues.com\/products\/qing-chinese-standing-wooden-guanyin-gilding-remnants","provider":"buddha-statues.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}