Quan Yin, is the much beloved bodhisattva of infinite compassion. Traditionally popular throughout Tibet, China Korea and Japan, this bodhisattva has become a keystone in the traditional spiritual and folk culture of China. This Chinese antique fruit wood statue is particularly distinguished in the graceful rendering of the misted clouds, the goddesses’ robes and the South Sea from which she rises. It appears that one flows effortlessly into the other in supine curves and twirls, and on the back of statue is a serpentine ribbon of many folds. The carving Quan-Yin herself is depicted in a graceful supine sway. Her countenance is classically rendered, an epitome of strength, peace, compassion and balance. She gently holds the vase of rejuvenating waters that she bestows on those who call her name. The vase overflows with sweet nectar that brings calm, health and well-being. The lotus which she stands above, is distinctive: The petals delicately rendered so life-like they appear to almost be quivering in the wind.