Thai bronze standing figure of Avalokiteshvara, 8th century
Thai bronze standing figure of Avalokiteshvara, 8th century
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Description
Thai bronze standing figure of Avalokiteshvara, 8th century, standing upright with her left arm outstretched and wearing an elaborate headdress.
Dimensions:
Height with stand: 10.5cm. (4 1/8in.)
Notes:
Avalokitesvara originated in India and represents the mortal Buddha of compassion and mercy. Buddhism and its iconography spread from India via travelling monks throughout Asia during the first century BC and was widely adopted by many diverse culutures.
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Material and Technique | Bronze |
| Origin | Oriental Other |
| Period | 15th Century and Earlier |
| Dimensions | Height with stand: 10.5cm. (4 1/8in.) |
Product REF: R33
