The original sculpture is located in the Beishan Grottoes, Dazu, and was carved during the Southern Song Dynasty (1127–1279 CE). With eyes and brows gently smiling, fingers lightly holding a rosary, and robes gently flowing, the Guanyin stands gracefully leaning against the cliff wall—exuding charm and elegance. She is popularly known as the "Charming Guanyin." Renowned for her great compassion, Guanyin (Avalokitesvara) is one of the four most widely venerated bodhisattvas in Chinese Buddhism.

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