Ivory Nut Thousand-Hand Guanyin Bodhisattva Lotus Statue with Ritual Implements - Vegetable Ivory, 15 × 8 × 6.5cm
Ivory Nut Thousand-Hand Guanyin Bodhisattva Lotus Statue with Ritual Implements - Vegetable Ivory, 15 × 8 × 6.5cm
Ivory Nut Thousand-Hand Guanyin Bodhisattva Lotus Statue
A richly detailed Thousand-Hand Guanyin sculpture seated in meditation on a layered lotus pedestal, framed by an ornate flame-shaped mandorla and surrounded by multiple arms and symbolic ritual implements. The tall vertical silhouette, intricate crown and balanced symmetry create a strong devotional and decorative presence for a tea room, study, meditation corner or dedicated display shelf.
Material: ivory nut / tagua / vegetable ivory material — plant-derived and not animal ivory.
Approx. size: 15 × 8 × 6.5cm.
Finish: natural creamy ivory tone.
Design Details
The composition combines the central Guanyin figure with multiple arms, ritual implements, a tiered lotus throne and an ornate mandorla. The warm pale botanical material gives the fine relief work strong contrast under soft side lighting.
Guanyin Symbolism
In Chinese Buddhist tradition, Guanyin is widely associated with compassion, mercy and attentive care. Thousand-Hand Guanyin imagery emphasizes the idea of many compassionate responses and the ability to perceive suffering from many directions. The lotus seat is traditionally linked with purity and spiritual refinement.
These are cultural and religious associations rather than guarantees of protection, luck or specific outcomes.
Home & Tea-Room Styling
The pale ivory tone contrasts beautifully with walnut, blackened wood, stone, bronze, celadon and dark ceramics. In a Neo-Chinese interior, place the statue on a tea-room cabinet, study shelf, living-room console or dedicated pedestal and leave visual breathing room around the mandorla.
It pairs naturally with a small incense accessory, bonsai, simple floral branch, linen runner or restrained scholar-style object. For a contemplative display, keep the surrounding palette muted and let the carving provide the detail.
Gift & Collector Appeal
This piece suits collectors of Guanyin imagery, Buddhist art, ivory-nut decor and detailed symbolic sculpture. It can make a meaningful housewarming, birthday, meditation-space, tea-room or collector gift for someone who appreciates Chinese religious art and botanical carving materials.
Care
Dust gently with a soft dry cloth or artist brush. Avoid soaking, perfume, alcohol, harsh cleaners, abrasive materials, strong heat and prolonged direct sunlight. Natural botanical material can show subtle tonal variation and may develop a warmer patina over time.
FAQ
Is this made from animal ivory?
No. It is made from ivory nut / tagua / vegetable ivory material, which is plant-derived.
What is the material?
The sculpture is made from ivory-nut / vegetable-ivory material with a natural creamy tone.
What does Thousand-Hand Guanyin symbolize?
In Chinese Buddhist culture, the imagery is associated with compassion, attentive care and many compassionate responses.
What size is the statue?
Approximately 15 × 8 × 6.5cm.
Where does it look best?
It works especially well on a tea-room cabinet, study shelf, meditation corner, living-room console or dedicated display pedestal.
