Guan Yin Goddess of Mercy: Polychromatic Wood Figure

Polychromatic Goddess of Mercy and compassion in a recumbent pose. Hand carved and painted wood. The Goddess of Compassion Bodhisattva Guan Yin. She who observes all sounds of suffering in the world, that is the meaning of the name Guan Yin. Her popularity exploded around the Song Dynasty (960 to 1279), and she continues to be hailed and worshipped as the Goddess of Mercy to this day. Size: 30 inches long x 13 inches high by 6.5 inches wide.