Guanyin

The Bodhisattva Guanyin, one of the most beloved deities in the Buddhist tradition, is the embodiment of compassion and loving-kindness who hears the cries of all beings. She has a central place in Buddhist homes of China and Japan where her name is Kannon. In Guanyin Images her face is always gentle, calm and sweet, reflecting infinite wisdom, serenity, love and compassion and has the capacity to calm those who are angry or in despair, comfort those who are sorrowful, and brings forth feelings of love, devotion and contentment. Her almond eyes are shown half-closed which indicates her perfect harmony of outer and inner life: half of her vision focuses on the outer world, while the other half is focuses internally for self-reflection. She is often shown in lalitsana, the position of royal ease symbolizing that as a regal personage, she presides over the material world and its possessions as well as the spiritual world. She often hold a scroll which may represent the dharma which she constantly reads or the Lotus Sutra that focuses on Guanyin as protector of the world in the time between the departure of Buddha Shakyamuni and the appearance of the future Buddha, Maitreya. Buddhist statues of enlightened beings are placed in temples, monasteries or home shrines as a reminder of the spiritual potential inherent within all of us.In the Ming and Qing Dynasties she became a popular Taoist and Popular/Folk Religion cult figure where local artisans created a new genre dressed in humble robes and simple features blending spiritual and folk traditions. Of her 33 manifestations, the most common at that time were Nanhai Guanyin, Songzi Guanyin and White Robed Guanyin. Lee Irvin includes her as one of the Chinese Great Goddesses along with Mazu and the Queen of the West, all strong female deities who help those in distress no matter what their status.

  • Sale! Antique Crowned Guanyin with the Five Dhyani Wisdom Buddhas, China #16123BLEM

    Antique Crowned Guanyin with the Five Dhyani Wisdom Buddhas, China #16123BLEM

    Original price was: $4,350.00.Current price is: $3,700.00.
    Ht: 27.5” W:13.5: D: 10.25” | CALL 213-568-3030 FOR SHIPPING QUOTE OR EMAIL US AT [email protected]

    This antique carving is a magnificent example of fine provincial Buddhist statues made by local artisans. This serene exquisitely carved Guanyin sits on a detached pedestal base in meditation. Made to be seen in the round, she wears a traditional three part garment with delicate incised leaves and leaf motifs on the front, back, and sleeves.  Her gentle, sweet face is soft and has a peaceful and calming half smile. Her high pointed crown depicts the Five Tantric Dhyani Buddhas, which which are rarely seen in provincial Guanyin images.

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  • Sale! Antique Wood Guanyin in Meditation, China #16955BME

    Antique Wood Guanyin in Meditation, China #16955BME

    Original price was: $425.00.Current price is: $300.00.
    H:9.75″    W: 5.6″    D: 3.75″   |  FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Consecrated red lacquer and gilt home altar provincial Guanyin, elaborate 5-lobed crown centered with radiating bars symbolizing Amitabha Buddha and his aureole that represent the flames of Buddhism.

  • Sale! Antique Guanyin in Royal Ease (Lalitsana), China, #16910BOE

    Antique Guanyin in Royal Ease (Lalitsana), China, #16910BOE

    Original price was: $525.00.Current price is: $450.00.
    H: 10.75″   W: 5.5″   D:  4.5″   |    FREE SHIPPING IN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    White Clad Guanyin in royal ease and karana mudra to expel evil, remove problems and rid sickness or other negativities rarely used for Guanyin. Consecrated for home altar use.

  • Sale! Antique Guanyin on Elaborate Throne, China (19536)

    Antique Guanyin on Elaborate Throne, China (19536)

    Original price was: $695.00.Current price is: $495.00.
    H: 14.5” W: 5.5” D: 4.25”    |    FREE SHIPPING within continental u.s.

    Guanyin’s elegance, compassion and serenity are emphasized in this provincial carving on 3 tiered high lotus throne on a hexagonal base with carved patterns. Portrayed in meditation with flowing robes this consecrated image was designed for personal veneration in a home setting.

  • Sale! Antique Guanyin with Amitabha in Crown, China (16380)

    Antique Guanyin with Amitabha in Crown, China (16380)

    Original price was: $1,300.00.Current price is: $750.00.
    H: 13.75”  W: 7”  D: 4.5”    |    CALL 213-568-3030 or email [email protected] for shipping

    Delicately detailed and consecrated Guanyin in meditation on a backless throne, flowing braids, simple necklace, 3-part crown centered with Amitabha Buddha on lotus throne surrounded by a radiating aureole. Compassionate downcast eyes, serene contemplative expression, calm smile to enhance any surrounding.

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  • Sale! Antique Guanyin with Crown in Meditation, China (16467)

    Antique Guanyin with Crown in Meditation, China (16467)

    Original price was: $535.00.Current price is: $395.00.
    Ht: 10.5”  W: 5.5”  D: 4” | FREE SHIPPING in continental u.s.

    Guanyin in lacquer and gilt sits on a lotus throne in meditation atop a decorative footed stand, regally depicted with elegantly draped robes and a 5-lobe crown with a cross hatch design. Consecrated for home altar use.

  • Sale! Antique Guanyin with Lobed Crown, China 16744WHK

    Antique Guanyin with Lobed Crown, China 16744WHK

    Original price was: $395.00.Current price is: $295.00.
    H: 8.25″ W: 4.5″ D: 3″  | FREE SHIPPING within continental u.s.

    Delicately carved antique Guanyin in meditation, tall 3-lobed crown with flaring triangles and crosshatches. high forehead and oversized head focuses viewer on beautifully formed, quiet and calm face as model of inner serenity

  • Sale! Antique Guanyin with Lobed Crown, China #16151LME

    Antique Guanyin with Lobed Crown, China #16151LME

    Original price was: $475.00.Current price is: $295.00.
    H: 11.6 ”    W: 5.3 ”    D: 4.25 ”      |     FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    This provincial Guanyin made for a home altar sits in anjali mudra. Portrayed as humble, approachable, she wears a 5-lobed diadem, hair in a chignon with braids and modest robe seated on a waisted lotus throne with stacked lotuses.

  • Sale! Antique Guanyin, Amitabha in Crown #16837HEM

    Antique Guanyin, Amitabha in Crown #16837HEM

    Original price was: $1,495.00.Current price is: $1,330.00.
    H: 33.5″ W: 33″  D: 10″  |    call  213-568-3030 or email [email protected] for shipping

    Vibrant provincial Guanyin, high crown centered with Amitabha Buddha with swirling florals blends many religious traditions. Indentation for urna (third eye) on forehead held cut glass.

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  • Sale! Antique Home Altar with Panel of Guanyin on Hǒu, China (19433)

    Antique Home Altar with Panel of Guanyin on Hǒu, China (19433)

    Original price was: $585.00.Current price is: $395.00.
    H: 9″  W: 18.5″  D:5.8″    |     CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING.

    Small table probably was in young couple’s bedroom as a wish for a prosperity, health, and many sons. Panels with Guanyin on a hǒu holding lotuses and rats with melons as fertility symbols. Perfect personal home altar or wedding gift.

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  • Sale! Antique Large Guanyin on Lotus Throne, China #16211RKE

    Antique Large Guanyin on Lotus Throne, China #16211RKE

    Original price was: $4,750.00.Current price is: $3,300.00.
    H: 31.75″  W: 11.25″   D: 6.5   |  CALL 213-568-3030 OR EMAIL [email protected] FOR SHIPPING.

    In this Pure Land large provincial carving Guanyin is more human and humble than idealized. The center lobe of this splendid oversized crown with gold has a deeply carved rustic Amitabha Buddha on a lotus surrounded by a pointed aureole. She is less formal with bright colored peasant garments, a relaxed laitsana pose with both legs relaxed and bent, bare feet dangling above the pedestal and her less formal teaching hand position. Quite unusual, it is a charming, innocent portrayal of a spiritual  subject.

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  • Sale! Antique Nanhai Guanyin Lotus Throne, Amitabha in Crown, China (16145)

    Antique Nanhai Guanyin Lotus Throne, Amitabha in Crown, China (16145)

    Original price was: $975.00.Current price is: $775.00.
    H:  15″    W:  6.5″    D:  5.25″    |   FREE SHIPPING WITHIN CONTINENTAL U.S.

    Finely carved Nanhai Guanyin on base of three lotuses, elaborate scalloped crown centered by the Amitabha Buddha of Infinite light surrounding lines of  his radiating aura.. This serene elegant carving perfect to enhance any meditative space.

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