Guanyin in White Agate

The Goddess of Mercy, Kuan Yin Pusa, carved in white agate — a piece of devoted handwork the Master has kept for more than thirty years. Lotus flowers open around her, each bloom worked from the same precious stone. Her hands hold the true Kuan Yin mudra: the ring finger resting on the thumb, the gesture of protection and mercy, pouring out the essence of life. She sits upon a carved wooden stand, an open lotus and an incense holder set before her. This is a piece to live with — placed among your things, given the quiet honour of an altar, or simply kept close. Received many years ago and treasured since; now it waits for the one who will treasure it next.