{"product_id":"monumental-5ft-chinese-bronze-guanyin-statue-ming-xuande-mark-gilded-robes-19c","title":"Monumental 5ft Chinese Bronze Guanyin Statue, Ming Xuande Mark, Gilded Robes 19c","description":"\u003cp\u003e\n A breathtaking monumental bronze figure of Guanyin (Bodhisattva of Compassion), measuring approximately five feet (152 cm) tall. The goddess is depicted in royal ease (lalitasana), seated upon a rocky base with one hand raised in the vitarka mudra—the gesture of teaching—and the other delicately gesturing holding a lotus blossom, symbol of purity and enlightenment. ( must have been removed during its travels)\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Finely cast with serene expression, engraved scrollwork, and traces of parcel gilding, this sculpture exemplifies the highest level of late-Qing bronze artistry. The richly detailed robes display intricate etched cloud and lotus motifs, each pattern rendered by hand, reflecting the influence of imperial bronze design from the Ming Xuande era (1426-1435).\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The piece bears the reign mark \"Da Ming Xuande Nian Zhi\" (大明宣德年製) in homage to the great Ming Emperor Xuande, whose bronzes are considered the pinnacle of Chinese casting tradition. Although modeled after Ming prototypes, the craftsmanship, alloy tone, and gilt detailing identify it as a late Qing to early Republic-period masterpiece (circa 1860-1900)\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n 🏯 Likely Temple Origin\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n The monumental size, devotional posture, and meditative presence of this Guanyin indicate that it was most likely commissioned for a Buddhist temple or monastery shrine in southern China, where such figures were installed as focal icons of compassion and mercy. Fujian and Beijing were renowned for producing these monumental bronzes for temple halls and noble family altars\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Its exceptional state of preservation suggests careful enshrinement and later removal during the early 1900s, when many sacred bronzes entered Western collections through art dealers and estate acquisitions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n ✨ Features \u0026amp; Details\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Subject: Guanyin (Avalokiteśvara), Bodhisattva of Compassion\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Period: Late Qing - Early Republic (c. 1880-1920)\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Mark: Da Ming Xuande Nian Zhi (tribute mark to the Ming Xuande reign, 1426-1435)\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Origin: Fujian or Beijing, China\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Material: bronze with gilded and engraved decoration\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Height: Approx. 60 in \/ 152 cm\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Patina: Deep chocolate-brown with golden undertones\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Condition: Excellent antique condition; minor age wear and surface toning consistent with temple use\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Provenance: Private New Jersey collection\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Curated Treasures • Timeless Objects\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n Thank you for visiting Antique Spirit, where each item is thoughtfully selected for its history, craftsmanship, and enduring character. 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