국립중앙박물관 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA

Highlights
Seated Eleven-Headed Avalokitesvara
  • Nationality/Period

    Joseon Dynasty

  • Materials

    Metal - Copper Alloy

  • Category

    religion - Buddhism - adoration - image of Buddha

  • Dimensions

    H. 52.5cm

  • Accession Number

    Deoksu 898

This Seated Eleven-headed Avalokitesvara Bodhisattva features a smaller seated Buddha statue resting upon its head. Avalokitesvara symbolizes benevolence and can be changed into many different forms, including Eleven-headed Avalokitesvara, Thousand-handed Avalokitesvara, and Water Moon Avalokitesvara.