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Seated Guanyin
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About this work
The South Sea Guanyin was originally seated on a rocky throne to represent the shore of his home in the mythical island of Potala. His right leg is raised, the arm resting on the folded knee in a relaxed position. With an expression of grace, calmness, and compassion, the Guanyin is especially appealing as the "guide of souls" who offers hope for salvation.
Cleveland Museum of Art’s own descriptionCredit lineSeated Guanyin (觀音坐像), late 1100s–1200s. China, late Northern Song dynasty (960-1127) - Jin dynasty (1115-1234). Wood with polychromy and gilding; overall: 138 cm (54 5/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, Purchase from the J. H. Wade Fund, 1984.70
