Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2512Location: BostonDate / Time: June 26, 2010 10:00AM
Description:
Bronze Guanyin, China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644),the figure of Guanyin wearing a robe finely incised with floral borders, trace of gilt on various areas, wood stand, the hair tied into a knot under a hair dress in the shape of a phoenix in flame, 11 1/2 in. (13 1/4 in. with stand).
Estimate $200-300
Several casting flaws, in the knee areas, shoulder and robe rim in the back.