Figure of Standing Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara
Object Label
This figure likely represents Gwaneum, as Avalokiteshvara is known in Korea, but it has neither the Buddha in its crown nor the water bottle that often identifies the Bodhisattva. This representation emphasizes Gwaneum’s physical beauty, with the curves and flutters of multiple scarves and ribbons expressing the grace, energy, and ease of the Bodhisattva’s character.
Caption
Figure of Standing Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara, 7th century. Gilt bronze, height: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm) mount (m1 with object): 8 1/4 × 3 × 2 in. (21 × 7.6 × 5.1 cm). Lent by the Carroll Family Collection, L2018.6.17.
Collection
Collection
Title
Figure of Standing Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara
Date
7th century
Period
Three Kingdoms Period
Medium
Gilt bronze
Classification
Dimensions
height: 8 1/2 in. (21.6 cm) mount (m1 with object): 8 1/4 × 3 × 2 in. (21 × 7.6 × 5.1 cm)
Credit Line
Lent by the Carroll Family Collection
Accession Number
L2018.6.17
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