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Zhou Xun

20th century · Rubbing of a Qing dynasty (1644–1911) stone carving; ink on paper · Asian Art

This ink rubbing preserves an image of a stone carving based on a painting. According to the inscription, the original painting was made by an artist named Zhou Xun; the stone carvers and the donor are also identified. Borne aloft by clouds, draped in flowing robes and ornate jewels, and crowned by an elaborate headdress, merciful Guanyin rides to rescue the faithful.

Artist

Zhou Xun

Date

20th century

Medium

Rubbing of a Qing dynasty (1644–1911) stone carving; ink on paper

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Miss H. C. Wagner, 1959