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Pair Guanyin Bodhisattva Heads

$14,000per set
£10,703.75per set
€12,328.55per set
CA$19,618.29per set
A$21,901.98per set
CHF 11,476.31per set
MX$268,101.72per set
NOK 145,749.22per set
SEK 137,423.01per set
DKK 92,009.25per set
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About the Item

Pair of 20th Century or earlier polychrome hand carved Guanyin Bodhisattva heads with glass eyes.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.5 in (69.85 cm)Width: 13.5 in (34.29 cm)Depth: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. Hand carved wood sculpture in block sturdy good antique condition with surface wear consistent with age and use. Some shrinkage, paint loss all inherent beauty and part of original patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Houston, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Moxie Interiors SKU: BKUP-00031stDibs: LU1076639613272

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