Title
Figurine, Guanyin
Object Type
Description
An ivory carving of Guanyin and a dragon. Guanyin holds a lotus flower in one hand and a model of a temple in the other and is dressed in swirling robes with elaborate decoration. She stands on the dragon which swirls wave form from the base. The base
Cultural Origin
Chinese
Medium
ivory, velvet, wood
Extent
Overall: 13 3/4 x 7 x 9 1/2 in. (34.9 x 17.8 x 24.1 cm)
Collection
Source
Belonged to James B. Duke, 78th Street, New York City before Doris Duke brought item to Rough Point on May 28, 1965
Identifier
1999.187
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