A Japanese Figure of a Kannon, with a Full Round Compassionate Face, Showa Period

Lot #228 - A Japanese Figure of a Kannon, with a Full Round Compassionate Face, Showa Period

Auction House:

Theodore Bruce
Sale Name:

Chinese, Japanese & Asian Works of Art | October
Sale Date:

08 Oct 2017 ~ 11am
Lot #:

228
Lot Description:

A Japanese Figure of a Kannon, with a Full Round Compassionate Face, Showa Period
a masterful carving in the round using the grain of the wood, holding a fly whisk in one hand while the other hand points upward, can be male or female,
H 30 cm
Provenance:

The collection of a retired airline executive
Notes:

Kannon worship in Japan is widespread & non-denominational.
Estimate:

A$100 - 200
Realised Price:

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Category:

Oriental

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