Lot 3011. A large inscribed Zhangzhou crackle-glazed figure of Guanyin, Ming dynasty, Wanli period, dated 1615; 46.5 cm, 18 1/4  in. Estimate 450,000 — 550,000 HKD (57,299 - 70,032 USD). Lot Sold 1,625,000 HKD (206,911 USD). Courtesy Sotheby's.

the deity modelled seated with one leg raised supporting the right hand holding a scroll, the left arm lowered by the side resting on a lotus bud, clad in a long robe falling into voluminous folds and opening at the chest to reveal an elaborate beaded necklace, the serene face with downcast eyes and a gentle smile, framed by long hair neatly combed backwards and falling into two curled tassels on the shoulders, all supported on a base of swirling clouds, the flat base incised with a dated inscription of dedication corresponding to 1615.

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