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A large East Asian Guanyin statue from the first half of the 20th century
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Private sellerDamme, GermanyOn Whoppah since February 2025 • 3 sales
Product description
Physical Dimensions & Status
Height: 64.0 cm | Width: 38.5 cm | Weight: 16 kg
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This monumental bronze statue depicts Guanyin, the bodhisattva of compassion, protection, and mercy within the East Asian Buddhist tradition. With her serene appearance and stately posture, she forms a powerful spiritual centerpiece, while the impressive dragon-fish beneath her feet adds exceptional dynamism to the whole. The statue is crafted in a classic temple style and rests on a richly modeled base of flowing water and a mythical dragon-fish. The combination of dark bronze patina, natural wear, and remnants of historical gilding lends the object an authentic, lived-in appearance that perfectly matches traditional East Asian religious sculpture.
✓ Monumental size: 64 cm high and 16 kg heavy.
✓ Spiritual iconography: Guanyin as the bodhisattva of compassion and protection.
✓ Expressive dragon-fish: Richly detailed base with undulating water motifs.
✓ Historical appearance: Dark patina with authentic wear and remnants of gilding.
✓ Decorative showpiece: Suitable for an altar, gallery, practice room, or exclusive interior.
✓ Includes: Official certificate of authenticity from 1stbuddha.
The Spiritual Significance of Guanyin
Guanyin is among the most revered figures in Mahayana Buddhism. She embodies infinite compassion and is invoked as a protector of people in need. Her presence symbolizes comfort, empathy, wisdom, and inner peace.
Compassion: According to tradition, Guanyin listens to the suffering of all living beings.
Protection: She is revered as a protector during difficult life stages and journeys.
Dragon-fish: The mythical water-bearer symbolizes strength, transformation, and overcoming obstacles.
Water motifs: Refer to purification, flow, and spiritual renewal.
Authenticity & Material
The statue is cast from a heavy copper alloy and possesses a rich surface texture that is consistent with older East Asian temple statues.
Solid Bronze: Heavy construction with an impressive physical presence.
Dark Patina: Natural oxidation and prolonged aging give the surface depth.
Remnants of Gilding: Historical gold residues are still visible in places, enhancing its ritual character.
Hand-Finished: The fine modeling of the robes, dragon-fish, and water features attests to artisanal craftsmanship.
Honest Collector's Condition: Wear, patina, and minor signs of use are entirely consistent with age and material.
Specifications
Object: Large bronze Guanyin statue
Depiction: Guanyin on mythical dragon-fish with water base
Origin: East Asia
Dating: First half of the 20th century, executed in older East Asian temple tradition
Material: Bronze with dark patina and remnants of gilding
Height: 64.0 cm
Width: 38.5 cm
Weight: 16 kg
Symbolism: Compassion, protection, spiritual peace, transformation, and inner strength
Condition: Good authentic condition with natural patina, old wear, remnants of gilding, and signs of use appropriate to age and material.
Additional details:
- Brand: 1stbuddha
- Style: Oost-Aziatisch
- Style: klassieke tempelstijl
- Material: Vergulding
- Colour: Donker
- Colour: Goud
- Period: Eerste helft 20e eeuw
- availability: in_stock
- product_type: Beeld / sculptuur
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CategorySculptureConditionGoodMaterialBronzeSeller locationDamme, GermanyDelivery optionsDelivery or pickup
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Private sellerDamme, GermanyOn Whoppah since February 2025 • 3 sales