Chinese Bronze Buddha
Quanyin
Seated In Meditation
Wei Dynasty, circa: 386-556 A.D.
H 8 in.(20cm), W 3.75 in.(9.5cm), D 2.75 in.(7cm)
Condition: Good. Inscripted Date

Quanyin seated in meditation with wish-fulfilling pearl, in the style of the Wei Dynasty, with its characteristic linear rhythms and its delight in energy contained by symmetry. Heavily patinated with layers of deposits of minerals in a combination of verdigris washes and sand-colored granulation. Additionally the surface exhibits an allover minutely pebbled texture which can be caused by the action of various minerals over a long period of time, and is called the “long-buried look” by archaeologists. Nevertheless, in the absence of documentation corroborating the antiquity of the work, we are listing it as a later copy. Possibly made during Ming dynasty (1368-1644). This gentle figure conveys the composure and dignity of its subject, emanating a quality of peaceful optimism. Well cast with hand chasing in the hair, engraved inscription of Wei Dynasty date.

Private Collection