Water-moon Avalokiteshvara, 수월관음도 고려, Unidentified Artist, first half of the 14th century


Water-moon Avalokiteshvara, 수월관음도 고려, Goryeo dynasty (918–1392), first half of the 14th century, Korea, Hanging scroll; ink and color on silk, Image: 45 1/16 x 21 7/8 in. ( x cm), Paintings, Unidentified Artist, The Water-moon Avalokiteshvara (Korean: Suwol gwaneum) is an iconographic type that was popular in Korea during the Goryeo period. She was worshipped for her ability to prevent calamities and diseases and to safeguard travelers on their journey


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Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
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