FIGURINE OF QUANYIN, THE BUDDHIST GODDESS OF MERCY

Creator(s): Unknown

Currently in storage

About this object

This figurine was molded in a deep purple bakelite to depict Guanyin, the Buddhist goddess of mercy, wearing long billowing robes, a hood, and necklaces. She stands with her hands folded under her garment in front of her and bears the third eye of enlightenment in the center of her forehead. The figurine stands on a carved wood base.

Object name:

FIGURINE OF QUANYIN, THE BUDDHIST GODDESS OF MERCY

Made from:

Bakelite

Made in:

USA

Date made:

1910-1970

Size:

13.3 cm (5 1/4 in.)

Detailed information for this item

Catalog number:

63.6

Class:

BAKELITE

Signature marks:

Credit line:

Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973