A Chinese Multi-Armed Guanyin Deity Carved Tagua Nut Pendant Amulet, 83BC
Carved from tagua nut, this rectangular tablet-form amulet is rendered in high relief. The multi-armed Guanyin stands upon a detailed lotus pedestal, central hands joined in anjali mudra at the chest, numerous radiating secondary arms each holding distinct ritual attributes. Flowing layered robes with fine fold detailing clothe the figure. Ornate scrolling cloud motifs fill the surrounding border field, paired with carved lotus blooms at the base of the pedestal. The tagua nut bears warm ochre-toned patina and minor surface wear consistent with handling. Iconography aligns with Chinese Buddhist representations of multi-armed Avalokitesvara. Height 6 cm (2 3/8 in.), width 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.).
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
Carved from tagua nut, this rectangular tablet-form amulet is rendered in high relief. The multi-armed Guanyin stands upon a detailed lotus pedestal, central hands joined in anjali mudra at the chest, numerous radiating secondary arms each holding distinct ritual attributes. Flowing layered robes with fine fold detailing clothe the figure. Ornate scrolling cloud motifs fill the surrounding border field, paired with carved lotus blooms at the base of the pedestal. The tagua nut bears warm ochre-toned patina and minor surface wear consistent with handling. Iconography aligns with Chinese Buddhist representations of multi-armed Avalokitesvara. Height 6 cm (2 3/8 in.), width 3.5 cm (1 3/8 in.).
Condition
Items are sourced from an estate.This is a no-reserve auction.
