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Figurine: Boddhisattva of Mercy, Avalokitesvara

1985.17.0001

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Artifact Identification Figurine: Boddhisattva of Mercy, Avalokitesvara   (1985.17.0001)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Communication Artifacts
    2. :
  2. Ceremonial Artifacts
    3. :
  3. Religious Objects
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period Ming Dynasty (1368-1644)
Date 15th – 16th century
Culture Chinese, Tibetan
Location Not on Exhibit

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Height) 62.3 cm
Dimension 2 (Width) 30.8 cm
Dimension 3 (Depth) 10.0 cm
Weight 4486 g
Measuring Remarks N/A
Materials Metal--Bronze
Manufacturing Processes Cast, Chased

Research Remarks

Description N/A
Published Description Under Review
Bibliography

Jansen, Eva Rudy. The Book of Buddhas: Ritual Symbolism used on Buddhist Statuary and Ritual Objects. Diever, Holland: Binkey Kok Publications, 1990.

Pal, Pratapaditya (organized by). Light of Asia: Buddha Sakyamuni in Asian Art. Los Angeles, California: Los Angeles County Museum of Art, 1984.

Zwalf, W., ed. Buddhism: Art and Faith. London, England: British Museum Publications Limited, 1985.

Artifact History

Credit Line/Dedication Gift of Betty Ann Knight in Memory of Mrs. A. R. Knight
Reproduction No

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