Head of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin Pusa) with a Scarf over the Top of its Head
SculptureChinese10th century

Head of the Bodhisattva Avalokiteshvara (Guanyin Pusa) with a Scarf over the Top of its Head

10th Century

Classification
Sculpture
Medium
White marble
Culture
Chinese
Period
Five Dynasties period (907-960) to Northern Song period (960-1127)
Century
10th century
Division
Asian and Mediterranean Art
Department
Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 10.2 x W. 5.5 x D. 4.8 cm (4 x 2 3/16 x 1 7/8 in.) with base: H. 19.7 x W. 9.2 x D. 5.1 cm (7 3/4 x 3 5/8 x 2 in.)

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