Qing dynasty, probably 17th Century On a separate lotus pedestal base, with naturalistically bending petal tips with russet highlights, the Guanyin figure of overall pyramidal form with wide base, seated with her hands cupped at her folded legs, her robes edged in floral and chevron hems, an under blouse tied at her chest and incised with flowers and lotus, traces of red pigment to her lips and ears, the hair neatly delineated and, like her eyes and brows, are highlighted in black and tied in a high chignon under a cowl, the reverse side with further sashes and robe folds. 10 5/8in (26.8cm) high, the figure exclusively, 12 7/8in (32.7cm) high overall