Guanyin (Avalokiteshvara) Holding Lotus-Form Cup

Yuan dynasty (1279–1368), 14th century · China

Gilt copper alloy

Art Institute of Chicago · Medieval (500–1500) · CC0 · Gift of Guy H. Mitchell

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