19th century AD. A carved banded amethyst figurine of a bodhisattva, possibly Guanyin, modelled in the round, wearing flowing robes, left hand on her hip, right hand raised and holding a floral sprig, hair dressed on a high bun. 245 grams, 16cm (6 1/4"). From an old Hampshire collection; acquired before 1980. [No Reserve] Fine condition, part of the floral sprig missing.