An early example of Chinese Christian art. The depicted figure, while represented in a manner typical of a bodhisattva, is distinguished by his facial hair and halo, and is believed to be a depiction of Jesus Christ. China, Tang Dynasty, 9th century. (1908 x 3118) Posted in Old Statue Pictures Tagged with 9th, Art, believed, bodhisattva, century, China, Chinese, Christ, christian, depicted, depiction, distinguished, dynasty, early, facial, figure, Hair, Halo, Jesus, manner, represented, Tang, typical