Guanyin Pusa (Sk. Avalokitesvara) sits in dawang... Lot 1

Guanyin Pusa (Sk. Avalokitesvara) sits in dawang youxizi (Sk. Maharajalilasana), posture of royal ease. The left leg of the statue, which is in a seated position, is folded horizontally in such a way that the sole of the foot is exposed. The right knee, erected, supports the right arm of the statue. Since this elegant attitude of ease and nonchalant unconstraint has the most worldliest character, the position is formally forbidden to monks. The Figure is often described as Shuiyuan Guanyin "Water-moon Guanyin". Wood with pigments H 110 - W 50 - D 75 cm 15th - 16thC