STUNNING CHINESE LIFE SIZE WOOD CARVED KWAN YIN

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his is an amazing, larger the the life size antique Chinese carved wood Kwan Yin, "The Goddess Of Compassion and Healing".
Kwan Yin or Guanyin name means "The one who hears the cries of the world”
Kwan Yin's appeal is that she responds to the heartfelt needs of ordinary people. She is accessible to anyone, regardless of social status, and will come to the emotional rescue of anyone who calls upon her in a time of crisis.
It is further believed that to have a picture or statue of Kwan Yin in one's home brings good luck and protection to the household.
This magnificent Kwan Yin wearing a long gold decorated robe, holding a Sacred Vase in a left hand which symbolizes the sacred nectar of compassion and wisdom.
Kwan Yin's role in Chinese Buddhism is that of a wise and compassionate Madonna. Her embodiment of beauty, grace and compassion still represents the ideal of womanhood in Asia. There was a statue of Kwan Yin in every Buddhist monastery in China by the end of the ninth century. This highly evolved Chinese Buddhist goddess of infinite mercy, this precious jewel in the lotus, has transcended her own origins and is regarded as the female Buddha by the truly faithful all over the world. It is believed one third of the world's population still pray to her on a regular basis.
This stunning and unique wood carved Kwan Yin is solid and very heavy.
Great details and wonderful colors.
Very good antique condition with some repairs, cracks and loss of paint.
Dimensions: 83" tall x 22" wide x 18" deep
We also have a second, similar, mirrored image Kwan Yin which will be sold separately or you are welcome to let me know if you’re interested in both.
It’s extremely rare to find such a large Kwan Yin but even more rare to have a pair of them.
Local delivery is available
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