Condition:
The Guanyin is in good condition with only slight signs of wear. Minimal loss of material on the tiara is visible. The height measures c. 44 cm.
Blanc de Chine (Dehua) 德化
The term ‘Blanc de Chine’ is of French origins and can be translated with ‘White from China’. It refers to a particular type of porcelain, which is manufactured in Dehua, Fujian Province, and is therefore often referred to as ‘Dehua porcelain’. The color of Blanc de Chine porcelain ranges from white to cream colored nuances and the surface is unpainted. Figures and sculptures, such as depictions of the goddess Guanyin, were particularly popular. The first pieces were made in the Ming dynasty (1368-1644) and production continues to this day. In the early 18th century Blanc de Chine porcelain came to Europe and became of great interest to Western porcelain manufacturers such as Meissen.
Guanyin
Guanyin, the Chinese goddess of mercy and compassion, counts among the most venerated figures in Buddhism and is highly respected in Asian cultures. Initially a male figure, it transformed over the centuries into a maternal goddess with wondrous healing powers, bestowing solace and luck. As a bodhisattva, Guanyin denied herself entrance into nirvana when she heard the laments of the mortals and helpfully returned to earth. Her name translates to ‘observer of the cries of the world’.
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