
Blanc de Chine Guanyin Figurine with Lotus
A tall, monochromatic white porcelain figurine depicting Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, crafted in the classic Blanc de Chine (Dehua) style. The figure is rendered standing with a graceful, swaying posture, draped in long, flowing robes with deep, fluid folds that demonstrate high-quality casting or modeling. In her right hand, she holds a large, upward-facing lotus blossom, a symbol of purity. Her hair is elaborately styled in a high topknot, and her facial expression is serene with downcast eyes, characteristic of traditional Chinese Buddhist iconography. The material is a fine-grained, creamy-white translucent porcelain with a smooth, high-gloss glaze that reflects light evenly across the contours. The figure stands atop an integrated, multi-layered base adorned with sculpted lotus leaves and waves. While no maker's marks are visible on the exterior, the style is reminiscent of 20th-century reproductions of much older Dehua kiln pieces. The overall condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant crazing, though some minor kiln soot or surface dust is present in the deeper crevices of the drapery. The craftsmanship is refined, particularly in the delicate rendering of the fingers and the thinness of the lotus petals.
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Estimated Value
$400 - $600 USD
Basic Information
Category
Asian Antiques & Decorative Arts
Appraised On
March 19, 2026
Estimated Value
$400 - $600 USD
Item Description
A tall, monochromatic white porcelain figurine depicting Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, crafted in the classic Blanc de Chine (Dehua) style. The figure is rendered standing with a graceful, swaying posture, draped in long, flowing robes with deep, fluid folds that demonstrate high-quality casting or modeling. In her right hand, she holds a large, upward-facing lotus blossom, a symbol of purity. Her hair is elaborately styled in a high topknot, and her facial expression is serene with downcast eyes, characteristic of traditional Chinese Buddhist iconography. The material is a fine-grained, creamy-white translucent porcelain with a smooth, high-gloss glaze that reflects light evenly across the contours. The figure stands atop an integrated, multi-layered base adorned with sculpted lotus leaves and waves. While no maker's marks are visible on the exterior, the style is reminiscent of 20th-century reproductions of much older Dehua kiln pieces. The overall condition appears excellent with no visible chips, cracks, or significant crazing, though some minor kiln soot or surface dust is present in the deeper crevices of the drapery. The craftsmanship is refined, particularly in the delicate rendering of the fingers and the thinness of the lotus petals.
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