Head of a Bodhisattva, Probably Avalokitésvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Mercy

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Head of a Bodhisattva, Probably Avalokitésvara (Guanyin), the Bodhisattva of Mercy

China, Chinese, Middle Ming dynasty, about 1450-1550
Sculpture
Wood, hemp, and wire armature with modeled, carved, and painted clay and glass eyes
8 3/4 x 3 5/8 x 4 in. (22.23 x 9.21 x 10.16 cm)
Estate of Charles K. Feldman (M.68.60.16)
Not currently on public view