Collection No.: 1799
Name: Dehua white porcelain Guanyin sculpture by He Chaozong
Period: Ming dynasty, Wanli reign
Artist: He Chaozong
Kiln: Dehua
Material: White-glazed porcelain
Height: 49 cm
Guanyin is seated on a lotus pedestal above a richly modeled base of curling waves, lotus blossoms and leaves. A large leaf-shaped back panel frames the figure. The raised right hand, gently lowered gaze, beaded ornaments and flowing drapery give the sculpture a composed, contemplative presence.
