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China: Avalokiteśvara with 1000 arms and 1000 eyes. 12th century.

China: Avalokiteśvara with 1000 arms and 1000 eyes. 12th century.

Guan Yin (Guanyin) represented with several bodhisattva heads topped by a Buddha head. the figure is standing on a lotus pedestal held up by four heavenly kings. A pair of bodhisattva attendants flank the figure on each side. Seated Buddhas are in clouds above the figure. Eight Deva kings appear below the figure. Ink and colors on silk.