#131 • Antique Chinese Dry Lacquer Kwan Yin Statue

Part of Memorial Day Mega Auction - Red Gallery Part 2 (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $52.00

Status: Sold

Incredible lot of this antique Chinese dry lacquer Kwan Yin statue, hand carved. This is probably from the Qing Dynasty (1644–1911). Dry lacquer is a process of layering fabric with lacquer built up to a thickness of 3-5 mm over months or years, then meticulously carved. The statue is old enough that the lacquer has come up, but you can still see the remnants of the cloth. Kwan Yin is the the Bodhisattva of Compassion & Mercy. Measures approximately - 8.75" x 5.5" x 29.5". Item shows appropriate wear due to age, with peeled paint, splits due to shrinkage. AA.