| Antique
Chinese Schist Stone Carving
Quan Yin
Sitting in Half Lotus
Mid-late Qing Dynasty, circa: 18-19th century
h.18n.(46cm.)
X w.10in.(25cm.) X d.7.5 in.(19cm.)
Condition: Good
An animated
Quan Yin, seated on a double lotus throne in a pose of relaxation. Enlivened by
the many curving lines of her hair and flowing garments she presents an approachable
informality. Her earthy smile and downward-looking eyes seem to regard the world
in an attitude of curious appraisal. The work displays the artist’s command of
the material in its compact design and rhythmic surface ornamentation, which contribute
to the overall lightness of mood. The surface is even and consistent, the color
is the dark hue of schist. 
Sold
to Private Collection | 
