About This Object
- A metal sculpture of Guanyin, the Chinese "bodhisattva" of compassion.
Part of the Missionary Collection donated by J. M. Carroll prior to 1905.
Curious Facts
Guanyin is the Chinese translation of Avalokiteshvara, the "bodhisattva" of compassion. "Bodhisattvas" are enlightened beings who chose to stay on earth as accessible examples for Buddhist faithful to follow.