Qing Dynasty The Goddess of Mercy seated in the posture of rajalilasana or 'royal ease' on a waisted lotus pedestal, leaning on her right arm with her head inclined to the left, the left hand holding a loop of drapery, the serene face with contemplative expression beneath the braided hair neatly arranged in an elaborate chignon secured by a foliate crown centred with a small figure of Amitabha Buddha at the centre, clad in a thin dhoti and adorned with elaborate jewellery, areas of pigment still visible. 75cm (29 1/2in) high.