Standing Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara) Bodhisattva
Outdoor monumental sculpture on a tiered pedestal • Contemporary workshop specializing in Buddhist lithic sculpture; likely Chinese or Vietnamese school of craftsmanship
Style & Movement
Modern Buddhist Religious Art/Neo-Classical Asian Sculpture
Medium & Technique
Carved white marble or high-grade cast stone with fine chisel detailing in the drapery and lotus base
Creation Period
Late 20th to early 21st century (modern religious commission)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 15-20 feet in total height including pedestal; vertical monumental format
Subject Description
A representation of Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, standing atop a lotus throne. She is depicted with flowing robes, a serene expression, and a high cowl/headdress. In the foreground is a stone incense burner ('ding') inscribed with 'Avalokiteshvara'.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Very Good; the sculpture shows minor weathering consistent with an outdoor environment but appears structurally sound.
Estimated Market Value
Religious/replacement value estimated between $40,000 and $85,000 based on material and scale.
Auction Estimate
Normally sold through specialized architectural or religious suppliers rather than fine art auctions; secondary market range $15,000 - $30,000.
Provenance History
Likely commissioned for a Buddhist temple, monastery, or meditation garden; currently located in a wooded public or private religious site.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the globalization of Buddhist iconography and the continuation of traditional stone-carving motifs in modern spiritual contexts.
Notable Features
Includes a distinctive multi-tiered octagonal pavilion base and an incense burner explicitly labeled with the Sanskrit name 'Avalokiteshvara'.
Condition Issues
Visible hairline crack across the front of the stone incense burner; light biological growth (lichen/mildew) starting on lower pedestal sections.
Conservation Recommendations
Professional stone cleaning to remove atmospheric pollutants; structural assessment of the fracture in the incense burner; application of a breathable stone sealant.