Légende
Guanyin on a dragon;, Chinese; Qing dynasty 1644–1911, 18th century; sculpture, figurine; materials not specified; subject: Guanyin bodhisattva of mercy riding a dragon with a pearl; iconography: dragons, Buddhism, goddesses; dimensions: overall height 15 cm, width 7.1 cm; dragon element height 4 cm, width 8.3 cm., A dark bronze figurine stands on a sculpted base formed by a sinuous dragon-like creature, with a few curling limbs and clawed feet extending outward. The standing figure wears layered garments with flowing sleeves and rounded ornamental details on the chest, and a tall, elaborate headdress with looping elements that frame the face. One arm is raised with an open hand while the other extends forward holding a small cylindrical object. The dragon-like base has a textured head with an open mouth and ridged spine, and a curled tail with pointed projections. The visible colors are dark brown and black tones with subtle lighter highlights where the metal catches light, set against a neutral gray background.
Crédit
Photo12/Liszt Collection
Notre référence
LZT26A26_251
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
82.4Mo (922.0Ko) / 40.6cm x 50.8cm / 4800 x 6000 (300dpi)