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UG71039 Japanese Gilt Wood Image of Kannon (Goddess of Mercy), depicted seated clothed in flowing robes, hair drawn up into a tall chignon and covered with a cowl, gentle, refined features, attenuated earlobes signifying her divinity, seated on lotus throne atop an elaborate tiered dais, with large mandorle back drop, fashioned from wood, covered in a black lacquer and gold leaf overall, right hand replaced, minor losses to gold leaf, age cracks, signs of wear, overall fine condition.
25" High. Edo Period. 19th Century. $6,000.
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