Accession Number1989/2.144
TitleWhite-Robed Guanyin Who Sends Sons
Artist(s)ChineseArtist NationalityChinese (culture or style)Object Creation Date20th centuryMedium & Supportwoodblock print on paperDimensions 17 5/16 in x 15 5/16 in (44 cm x 38.9 cm);18 3/16 in x 16 1/4 in (46.2 cm x 41.2 cm);17 5/16 in x 15 5/16 in (44 cm x 38.9 cm)
Credit LineGift of Willard A. and Marybelle B. HannaSubject matterThe female Buddha, Guanyin, is also known as the goddess of compassion. The Guanyin is known for being dressed in a white robe while holding a baby son. The Chinese characters above translate to "white robed Guanyin giving sons." During the feudal era, people believed that worshipping the Buddha would fulfill their wishes. Superstitious people worshipped the Guanyin to become pregnant and prayed for a baby boy.
Physical DescriptionA woman figure is seated on a lotus flower and cradling a baby. She is dressed in a robe and wears a head scarf with the Chinese word "buddha" on it. They are surrounded by nature.
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Keywords
Buddhas (visual works)
compassion
goddesses
males
son
sons (people)