{"title":"Bodhisattva","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003eBodhisattva\u003c\/strong\u003e is a being who aspires to attain enlightenment not only for themselves but for the benefit of all sentient beings. In Mahayana Buddhism, the Bodhisattva ideal represents boundless compassion and selfless commitment: instead of entering final nirvana immediately, Bodhisattvas vow to remain engaged in the world, helping others awaken. They dedicate their wisdom, merit, and spiritual practice to relieving suffering and guiding every being along the path to enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBodhisattvas\u003c\/strong\u003e are often depicted in Buddhist art as graceful, adorned figures, symbolising their active engagement with the world and their role as compassionate guides. Famous Bodhisattvas include Avalokiteshvara (embodiment of compassion), Manjushri (wisdom), and Ksitigarbha (protector of beings in difficult realms). Statues and images of Bodhisattvas serve as powerful reminders of qualities such as kindness, patience, generosity, and courage—virtues that practitioners seek to cultivate in their own lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIn a home, temple, or meditation space, a \u003cstrong\u003eBodhisattva\u003c\/strong\u003e statue or image can be used as a focus for contemplation and aspiration. Placed respectfully on an altar or in a quiet corner, it encourages daily reflection on compassion in action: how to respond more gently to others, how to alleviate suffering where possible, and how to walk the path with both wisdom and an open heart. For many practitioners and admirers of Buddhist art alike, the Bodhisattva ideal represents the highest expression of spiritual maturity combined with deep human warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bodhisattva-antique-baphuon-style-mounted-bronze-hevajra-statue-33cm-13-quot-tall","title":"Bodhisattva - Antique Baphuon Style Mounted Bronze Hevajra Statue - 33cm\/13\" Tall","description":"\u003cp\u003eBodhisattva - Antique Baphuon Style Bronze Hevajra Statue - 33cm\/13\" Tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 33cm\/13\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique Baphuon style bronze Hevajra statue. Wonderful detail on each of the faces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHevajra is one of the main yidams (a fully enlightened being) in Tantric or Vajrayana Buddhism. A\u003cspan\u003e complex and multifaceted deity that symbolizes the embodiment of enlightened wisdom, compassion, and transformation. 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He guards the world in the interval between the departure of the historical Buddha, Gautama, and the appearance of the future buddha, Maitreya. Bodhisattva are beings who have gained enlightenment but postpone their ascension to nirvana to help others achieve the blessed state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fabulous sculpture depicts Lord Avalokiteshvara seated on a double lotus leaf pedestal. His right hand forms the Darma wheel, which, at its most basic, represents the study of the dharma, practice through meditation, and moral discipline. This hand gesture is known as the Dharmachakra mudra. The mudra represents the turning of the wheel and places the hands so that the thumbs and index fingers touch at the tips to form a wheel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mudra symbolises one of the most important moments in the life of Buddha, the occasion when he preached to his companions the first sermon after his Enlightenment in the Deer Park at Sarnath. It therefore denotes the setting into motion of the Wheel of the teaching of the Dharma.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this mudra the thumb and index finger of both hands touch at their tips to form a circle. This circle represents the Wheel of Dharma, or in metaphysical terms, the union of method and wisdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis upper left hand holds a lotus flower. This represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all. Avalokiteshvara has a lovely malachite patina. His eyes are downcast, his compassionate face bestowing peace, blessings and inner serenity on his devotees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon his head he wears a decorative Javanese style tiara in front of his Kirita-Makuta or tall conical crown. This symbolises control over Positive and Negative attitudes. In his elaborate crown is an image of the Buddha Amitabha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: Ex- private Boston, MA, USA collection. All items are guaranteed to be as described. 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Bodhisattva are beings who have gained enlightenment but postpone their ascension to nirvana to help others achieve the blessed state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Avalokiteshvara has his eyes downcasts as he extends grace to devotees with an elaborate diadem, in the Koh Ker style, with the Amitabha Buddha prominently displayed above his third eye. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is typical with this style sculpture has a soft face and is adorned with scalloped elongated earrings. His jatamukuta (crown of hair) leads to a tall ushnisha, in the Koh Ker style, symbolizing his high level of spiritual development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe face has eyebrows described by a continuous ridged line, a moustache, a beard, rimmed lips and wide open eyes. The inner rims of the ears are scalloped. The lobes hang low. His tiara or mukuta is also richly decorated. A tradition that continued to develop in Cambodia from the 9th century to the post-Angkor period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe head is covered in tightly braided woven hair, enhanced by a cylindrical-shaped 'Chignon' style topknot, secured by a braided ribbon, in Koh Ker style. The top of the head shows a lotus flower. The lotus flower represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture is loose mounted on a wood base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylistically, this masterpiece relates to the school of sculpture associated with the pre-Angkorian Koh Ker period. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe statue is carved in the round, rather than as a relief on a stela. 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The face with wide features surmounted by a cylindrical headdress adorned with a meditating Amitabha Buddha.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis superb sculpture of the saviour Avalokitesvara bears eloquent witness to the importance of the Mahayana Buddhist cult of the bodhisattva in pre-Angkorian Cambodia. It signals a taste for large devotional sculptures, undoubtedly installed in well-endowed temples where they would have served as important cult icons. The sensitively modelled and incised facial rendering and the distinctive braided crown of matted hair (jatamukuta) links this sculpture to other tenth-century style figures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his hands he holds a lotus bud, sutra (holy text), mala beads and Kalasha. His softly contoured face with indigenous characteristics has a serene downcast expression, with heavy-lidded eyes, arched eyebrows carved in relief meet in the middle above a well-shaped broad nose, and wide lips with a serene smile are framed by a second incised line. and beauty lines upon his neck.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis head is covered in tightly braided woven hair, enhanced by a cylindrical-shaped 'Chignon' style topknot, secured by a ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful and sublime sculpture of Lokeshvara. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional in appearance piece is sure to add a unique touch to any room of your home or workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. 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His softly contoured face with indigenous characteristics has a serene downcast expression, with heavy-lidded eyes, arched eyebrows carved in relief meet in the middle above a well-shaped broad nose, and wide lips with a serene smile are framed by a second incised line. and beauty lines upon his neck.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis head is covered in tightly braided woven hair, enhanced by a cylindrical-shaped 'Chignon' style topknot, secured by a ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful and sublime sculpture of Lokeshvara. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional in appearance piece is sure to add a unique touch to any room of your home or workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. 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Bodhisattva are beings who have gained enlightenment but postpone their ascension to nirvana to help others achieve the blessed state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA similar sculpture to this piece can be found in the preeminent museum of Southeast Asian Art - Musee National des Arts Asiatiques - Guimet, Paris (MA5063).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his classic work 'Lost Kingdoms' John Guy states of a similar piece 'arguably the most beautiful image of the Buddhist embodiment of compassion from all of Southeast Asia'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe saviour Avalokitesvara stands on a pair of lotus blooms, his eyes downcasts as he extends grace to devotees. He wears a pleated waist cloth and an elaborate diadem with the Amitabha Buddha prominently displayed. His head is framed by an elliptical nimbus (mukhamandala) that extends upward to form the flaming shrine of the meditating Amitabha Buddha, seated atop a lotus throne on tiered locks of hair (jatamukuta). The nimbus is otherwise undecorated on the front but has a radiating pattern on the reverse, with two registers of ringlets of hair extending to the shoulders. Both hands are lowered, the left holding a lotus bud, evoking Padmapani, the lotus-bearer form of Avalokitesvara; the other holds what was likely intended to represent the round neck of an ascetic's water vessel (kamandula).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylistically, this masterpiece relates to the school of sculpture associated with the pre-Angkorian centre of Phnom Da, southern Cambodia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvalokiteshvara is stood in a slightly flexed position, cascading locks of hair, and patterning of the torque and belt. The waist cloth is secured by a detailed belt with jewels set amid vegetal patterns, a design repeated in the torque. Both are intended to evoke the gold jewellery of the period and share the vocabulary of the central Cambodian Prei Kmeng style of the second half of the seventh century. The end of the skirt has a sprayed and pleated fishtail design, visible below the belt. Gracefully, sweeping folds extend the full length of the robe, defining the contours of the body, a treatment developed most fully in the Phnom Da style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn all, these characteristics place the sculpture in the late seventh- or early eighth century setting and suggest a cultural sharing with the workshops of the Phnom Da school.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe statue is cast in the round, rather than as a relief on a stela. From this, we can infer that Khmer sculptors would have desired their artwork to be viewed from all sides and thus placed in the centre of temples rather than against a wall. While this artwork was religious - priests supervised its execution - its realism is unmistakable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. 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His eyes are downcast, his compassionate face bestowing peace, blessings and inner serenity on his devotees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon his head he wears a decorative Javanese style tiara in front of his Kirita-Makuta or tall conical crown. This symbolises control over Positive and Negative attitudes. In his elaborate crown is an image of the Buddha Amitabha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProvenance: Ex- private London collection. All items are guaranteed to be as described. A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all purchases upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScholarly Reference:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew York Metropolitan Museum Collection - Accession Number: 2004.259\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40161590673511,"sku":"SCBR4347","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4347-1.jpg?v=1689328780"},{"product_id":"antique-khmer-style-seated-bronze-bodhisattva-avalokiteshvara-statue-24cm-11","title":"Antique Khmer Style Seated Bronze Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Statue - 36cm\/14\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Khmer Style Seated Bronze Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara Statue - 36cm\/14\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 36cm\/14\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique Khmer style Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara statue. Bodhisattva are beings who have gained enlightenment but postpone their ascension to nirvana to help others achieve the blessed state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvalokiteshvara is the earthly form of the eternal Buddha Amitabha, who can often be seen in Avalokiteshvara’s headdress in art. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bodhisattva was charged with guarding the world between the departure of Gautama Buddha and the arrival of Maitreya, the future Buddha. He is also tasked with protection against fires, robbers, wild animals, shipwrecks, and assassins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvalokiteshvara is recognisable from the small figure of the meditating Buddha Amitabha in his headdress. The Bodhisattva has a peaceful countenance with downcast introspective eyes and a firm brow. He has a large ushnisha protuberance on top of his head, symbolizing his high level of spiritual development. The casting is beautiful as you can see in the fine details of the face.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach detail is rendered perfectly. The distinctive patina of the piece is also particularly delightful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional in appearance piece is sure to add serenity to your home, office or sacred space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most recognisable of the Asian deities this representation of the spiritual teacher Buddha is sure to enlighten your home with endlessly timeless style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. 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His imagery is a potent reminder of the inseparable nature of wisdom and compassion, the transcendence of dualities, and the transformative power of spiritual practice. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy meditating upon and embodying the symbolism of Hevajra, practitioners aim to realize the ultimate truth of non-duality and liberate themselves from the cycle of suffering, ultimately attaining enlightenment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpture is mounted on a wood base. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStyled after artistic techniques prevalent in the time of the powerful Khmer Empire of South East Asia. 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Bodhisattva are beings who have gained enlightenment but postpone their ascension to nirvana to help others achieve the blessed state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Avalokiteshvara has his eyes downcasts as he extends grace to devotees with an elaborate diadem, in the Koh Ker style, with the Amitabha Buddha prominently displayed above his third eye. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is typical with this style sculpture has a soft face and is adorned with scalloped elongated earrings. His jatamukuta (crown of hair) leads to a tall ushnisha, in the Koh Ker style, symbolizing his high level of spiritual development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe face has eyebrows described by a continuous ridged line, a moustache, a beard, rimmed lips and wide open eyes. The inner rims of the ears are scalloped. The lobes hang low. His tiara or mukuta is also richly decorated. A tradition that continued to develop in Cambodia from the 9th century to the post-Angkor period.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe head is covered in tightly braided woven hair, enhanced by a cylindrical-shaped 'Chignon' style topknot, secured by a braided ribbon, in Koh Ker style. The top of the head shows a lotus flower. The lotus flower represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sculpture is loose mounted on a wood base.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStylistically, this masterpiece relates to the school of sculpture associated with the pre-Angkorian Koh Ker period. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe statue is carved in the round, rather than as a relief on a stela. From this, we can infer that Khmer sculptors would have desired their artwork to be viewed from all sides and thus placed in the centre of temples rather than against a wall. While religious - priests supervised their execution - their realism is unmistakable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. 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This Bodhisattva, revered in Mahayana Buddhism, holds a special place in the hearts of the Cambodian people, embodying the virtues of love and compassion.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBodhisattva are beings who have gained enlightenment but postpone their ascension to nirvana to help others achieve the blessed state.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvalokiteshvara, often depicted as a bodhisattva with a thousand eyes and arms, is the embodiment of boundless compassion. Known as \"Preah Karuna\" in Khmer, this divine figure is venerated for their ability to hear the cries of the world and respond with infinite love and mercy. The multiple arms symbolize the Bodhisattva's capacity to reach out and help those in need, reflecting the interconnectedness of all beings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvalokiteshvara is recognisable from the small figure of the meditating Buddha Amitabha in his headdress. 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The distinctive patina of the piece is also particularly delightful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional in appearance piece is sure to add serenity to your home, office or sacred space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most recognisable of the Asian deities this representation of the spiritual teacher Buddha is sure to enlighten your home with endlessly timeless style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. 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We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40820041744487,"sku":"SCBR4604","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4604-1.jpg?v=1717661002"},{"product_id":"bodhisattva-statue-antique-indonesian-style-javanese-1000-arm-avaloketishvara-bodhisattva-statue-61cm-24","title":"Bodhisattva Statue - Antique Thai Style 1000 Arm Avaloketishvara Bodhisattva Statue - 17.5cm\/7\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eBodhisattva Statue - Antique Thai Style 1000 Arm Avaloketishvara Bodhisattva Statue - 17.5cm\/7\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 17.5cm\/7\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique Thai style 1000 arm Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva. 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We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41038855241831,"sku":"SCBR4685","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4685-3.jpg?v=1728328301"},{"product_id":"antique-chinese-style-bronze-bodhisattvas-kwan-yin-or-guanyin-statue-27cm-11","title":"Antique Chinese Style Bronze Bodhisattvas Kwan Yin or Guanyin Statue - 26cm\/10\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Chinese Style Bronze Kwan Yin Statue - Bodhisattva of Compassion - 26cm\/10\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements Height 26cm\/10\" Weight 1.3kg\/2.9lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique Chinese style bronze Bodhisattvas of Compassion, Kwan Yin or Guanyin sculpture. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the vast pantheon of Buddhist deities, few figures embody the essence of compassion and mercy as profoundly as Guanyin, also known as Kuan Yin or Avalokiteshvara. Revered across East Asia, Guanyin holds a special place in the hearts of millions as the Bodhisattva of Compassion.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe origins of Guanyin can be traced back to ancient India, where Avalokiteshvara, the male Bodhisattva of Compassion, was venerated. According to Buddhist tradition, Avalokiteshvara vowed to aid all sentient beings in their suffering and postpone his own enlightenment until all beings were liberated from samsara.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Buddhism spread to China, Avalokiteshvara underwent a transformation, evolving into Guanyin, a female deity. \u003cspan\u003eBeginning in the ninth century, Chinese images of Avalokiteshvara assumed an ambiguous gender identity. This development coincides with Buddhist texts in which bodhisattvas demonstrate the constructed nature of their gender by magically transforming it. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGuanyin occupies a central role in Chinese Buddhist practice, serving as a source of inspiration, guidance, and protection for devotees. Her compassionate nature embodies the ideal of selfless service and unconditional love, inspiring followers to cultivate compassion in their own lives and alleviate the suffering of others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevotees often turn to Guanyin in times of distress, seeking her intercession and blessings for health, prosperity, and spiritual fulfillment. Her manifold forms and attributes cater to the diverse needs and aspirations of his worshippers, making her accessible to people from all walks of life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere she stands samabhanga on a double lotus leaf base with robes flowing and clinging naturally over and to her long, slender body. Her feet peek from beneath her robes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lotus flower represents purity, compassion and the giving of great joy to all. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer hands are held with her thumb and middle finger touching in the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evitarka\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emudra of teaching. Her hair is piled high on her head. Her gaze serene and slightly downcast. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe detail and quality of this piece are unmistakeable.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering SE Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55694014841219,"sku":"SCBR4764b","price":295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4764b-3.jpg?v=1748719524"},{"product_id":"antique-khmer-style-stone-koh-ker-seated-bodhisattva-avalokitesvara-statue-62cm-27","title":"Antique Khmer Style Stone Koh Ker Standing Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara Statue - 91cm\/36\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Khmer Style Stone Koh Ker Standing Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara Statue - 91cm\/36\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 91cm\/36\" (Weight) 31.5kg\/69.5lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn antique Khmer style four arm Lokeshvara statue in the Koh Ker style. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLokeshvara is the bodhisattva of compassion (Avalokitesvara) in his role as the lord of the six realms of existence (hell beings, hungry ghosts, animals, humans, demigods, and gods). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStood on a simple pedestal, with his arms radiating around him and clad in a short sampot with classic Koh Ker style pleats. The face with wide features surmounted by a cylindrical headdress adorned with a meditating Amitabha Buddha.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis lovely sculpture of the saviour Avalokitesvara bears eloquent witness to the importance of the Mahayana Buddhist cult of the bodhisattva in pre-Angkorian Cambodia. It signals a taste for large devotional sculptures, undoubtedly installed in well-endowed temples where they would have served as important cult icons. The sensitively modelled and incised facial rendering and the distinctive braided crown of matted hair (jatamukuta) links this sculpture to other tenth-century style figures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn his hands he holds a lotus bud and mala beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis softly contoured face with indigenous characteristics has a serene downcast expression, with heavy-lidded eyes, arched eyebrows carved in relief meet in the middle above a well-shaped broad nose, and wide lips with a serene smile are framed by a second incised line. and beauty lines upon his neck.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis head is covered in tightly braided woven hair, enhanced by a cylindrical-shaped 'Chignon' style topknot, secured by a ribbon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful and sublime sculpture of Lokeshvara. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScholarly Reference:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew York Metropolitan Museum Collection - Accession Number: 51302\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eChristie's Auction House - Sale 13482 (May 2016) - The Dani \u0026amp; Anna Ghigo Collection:Part I: South East Asian, Himalayan and Indian Works of Art\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo aid with safe transport your \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAvalokitesvara will be packed in a wood crate before shipping, with DHL. The cost of wood crating, packing and shipping (with DHL) is included. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional in appearance piece is sure to add a unique touch to any room of your home or workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSATISFACTION GUARANTEE - We have been offering Asian Art for many years and are proud of the reputation we have developed for fair and honest listings. However, if for any reason, whatsoever, you are unhappy with your purchase please just let us know and we will provide a full refund. 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His eyes are gently downcast, and his compassionate expression radiates peace, blessings, and inner serenity toward all who contemplate him. To either side, rising above his shoulders, bloom two lotus flowers, emblematic of purity, compassion, and the bestowal of great joy on all beings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eUpon his head, Avalokiteshvara wears an ornate Tibetan‑style tiara before the tall conical \u003cstrong\u003ekirita‑makuta\u003c\/strong\u003e crown, a form that symbolizes mastery over both positive and negative mental states. 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We want you to be 100% happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HD Asian Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57140006584707,"sku":"SCBR4623b","price":1295.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0283\/4769\/5207\/files\/SCBR4623b-1.jpg?v=1767673983"},{"product_id":"antique-khmer-style-stone-koh-ker-standing-bodhisattva-avalokitesvara-statue-91cm-36","title":"Antique Thai Style Stone Standing Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara Statue - 76cm\/30\"","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique Thai Style Stone Standing Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara Statue - 76cm\/30\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures (Height) 76cm\/30\" (Weight) 15.2kg\/33.6lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAn antique southern Thailand Lokeshvara statue in a late 7th‑century style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLokeshvara\u003c\/strong\u003e, a form of Avalokiteshvara, is the bodhisattva of compassion in his role as lord of the six realms of existence—hell beings, hungry ghosts, animals, humans, demigods, and gods. Here he stands on a simple pedestal, clad in a short sampot, his broad, dignified features crowned by a cylindrical headdress adorned with a small meditating Amitabha Buddha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThis graceful image of the saviour Avalokiteshvara eloquently testifies to the importance of the Mahayana cult of the bodhisattva in pre‑Angkor, pre‑Sukhothai Thailand. It reflects a taste for substantial devotional sculptures, almost certainly created for prosperous temples where they would have served as major cult icons. The sensitively modelled face, with its finely incised details, and the distinctive braided crown of matted hair (jatamukuta) link this figure to other seventh‑century style works from the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHere, the bodhisattva of compassion is shown with an ascetic’s refinement, dressed in a simple waistcloth secured with a cord, the incised folds following the contours of the torso. The cult of Avalokiteshvara assumed special prominence in Mahayana Buddhism during this period and, having developed in India, was soon embraced by Buddhist communities across Southeast Asia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eHis softly contoured face, with its local, indigenous character, has a serene, downcast expression: heavy‑lidded eyes, arched brows carved in relief that meet gently above a well‑shaped broad nose, and wide lips set in a quiet smile. 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