Intricate carving of goddess Quan Yin in solid turquoise. Mid century Chinese Export. mior252

This beautiful and intricate carving of the goddess Quan-Yin is a modern rendition of the ancient goddess of mercy and considered to be the physical embodiment of compassion. She is an all-seeing, all-hearing being who is called upon by worshipers in times of uncertainty, despair, and fear. In this figurine, the lovely goddess dances with a fan and a basket in front of vine covered with flowers. Guaranteed to be solid genuine high quality turquoise with small areas of brown and gray matrix. The carving is intricate and graceful, revealing the skill of the craftsman. She is 2 ¾ inches high, 2 ¼ inches across, and 1 ¾ inches deep. This figurine is as beautiful from the back as it is from the front.

Mid-20th century Chinese export.