Avalokitesvara

This Avalokitesvara statue was buried near the western slopes of Mt. Nangsan. The weight of the body leans to the left, giving the waist an extra curve in the shape of three valleys. The face and arms are relatively longer than other parts of the body, while the lower body is rather short. A tall jeweled crown rests atop the head, above the oblong face with full cheeks. The large hole in the middle of the forehead marks the urna. Judging by the optimal proportions of the body parts and the elaborate details, the statue is believed to date back to the Unified Silla Period (8th century).