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Lot 177: A Gilt Bronze Head of Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara) Bodhisattva, 19th Century

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Estimated price: £200 - £400

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A sculptural head depicting a Buddhist deity, identified as Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara) Bodhisattva, crafted from gilded bronze. The face and neck area retain a golden luster, characterized by a serene facial expression, an urna, and elongated earlobes. An elaborate headdress features a smaller seated Buddha figure. The headdress and reverse portions exhibit heavy patination with mottled green verdigris and reddish-brown corrosion, indicative of considerable age. The sculpture is mounted on a contemporary, unadorned black square plinth.

H: Approximately 14cm


Condition report:

The object shows extensive surface wear and patination, particularly on the non-gilded areas. The gilded face remains largely intact, presenting a golden luster. There is mottled green verdigris and reddish-brown corrosion on the headdress and reverse. No visible text or distinct markings are discernible. The sculpture is mounted on a contemporary plinth.