This antique rectangular relief plaque features a central carved figure of Guanyin 

surrounded by text from the Heart Sutra. Measures 4.5x6.5 in. Dated 1905. Very good condition.

• Material: The plaque appears to be made of carved wood or a similar composite material, similar to Japanese woodblock prints or incense containers.

• Central Figure: The relief depicts The relief depicts Guanyin, the Bodhisattva of Compassion, often called the Goddess of Mercy.

• Inscription: The surrounding text is a Chinese version of the Heart Sutra (般若波羅蜜多心經), a fundamental scripture in Mahayana Buddhism.

• Design Elements: The border includes the wan symbol (卍), representing good fortune and infinity in Buddhist art.