Carved variegated light green jade Kuan Yin, Chinese Goddess of Mercy, standing on a lotus base with a child in hand, the other holds a stylized flower, elaborate costume and headdress, serene downcast expression, elongated earlobes and smiling full mouth. Light earthen patina.
1300 AD
15" x 4 1/2"
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