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Aldo Londi Bitossi Kwan Yin, Ceramic, Blue Buddha Bust

Description
Aldo Londi Bitossi Kwan Yin, Ceramic, Buddha Bust, Blue. Beautiful and calming female Buddha glazed in a vibrant dark reflex blue. According to one legend, Kwan Yin was an Indian Princess who rejected marriage and the good life in order to become a truly enlightened human being. She is known as the Goddess of mercy and compassion. It is believed that to have a picture or statue of Kwan Yin in one's home brings good luck and protection to the household.

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	Italy
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Ceramic, Glazed.
Condition:	Good. Repaired: Glaze hairlines were expertly matched and filled by our NYC ceramic restorer. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1962
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Asian
Incollect Reference #:	709086