Who created "Guanyin and Shancai"?

Guanyin and Shancai was created by Formerly attributed to Qiu Ying ä»è± (ca. 1494-1552) in 16th-17th century.

When was "Guanyin and Shancai" created?

This artwork was created 16th-17th century.

Is "Guanyin and Shancai" in the public domain?

Yes, Guanyin and Shancai is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Guanyin and Shancai

Formerly attributed to Qiu Ying ä»è± (ca. 1494-1552)

16th-17th century

Classification

Painting

Department

Smithsonian Collection

Museum

Smithsonian American Art Museum

Credit

Gift of Charles Lang Freer

Accession Number

F1911.267

Tags

BuddhismCharles Lang Freer collectionChinaChinese ArtGuanyinMing dynasty (1368 - 1644)baimiao stylechildhalo

About this artwork

Guanyin and her baby.

Art Historical Context

This 16th-17th century Chinese painting, titled *Guanyin and Shancai*, portrays the beloved Buddhist bodhisattva of compassion alongside her youthful attendant. Created during the Ming dynasty the work reflects the era’s deep reverence for Buddhist themes, which were widely celebrated in Chinese art and daily spiritual life. Guanyin’s serene presence, often shown with a halo, offered comfort and protection to devotees, while the child figure represents Shancai (Sudhana), a disciple symbolizing devotion and learning. The painting is executed in the refined *baimiao* style, characterized by del...

Guanyin and Shancai

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