A Large Japanese Bronze Sculpture Of Bishamonten
A Japanese bronze sculpture depicting Bishamonten, one of the protective deities of Buddhism and one of the Seven Gods of Fortune (Shichifukujin). The figure is identifiable by the crown adorned with canine heads, recalling protective creatures from Japanese tradition, and by the long chain-mail armor covering the body. The deity is shown in a firm stance, with both feet planted solidly on the ground, emerging powerfully from a rocky base. In the right hand he holds a scepter, while in the left he carries the sacred Buddhist jewel, modeled in a rounded form reminiscent of a pagoda finial.
The figure stands on a base supported by four zoomorphic heads with protruding tongues, a decorative element typical of traditional-style sculpture.
Period: Meiji, late 19th century
Dimensions: 63 x 23.5 x 20.5 cm
Condition: Very good condition.
The figure stands on a base supported by four zoomorphic heads with protruding tongues, a decorative element typical of traditional-style sculpture.
Period: Meiji, late 19th century
Dimensions: 63 x 23.5 x 20.5 cm
Condition: Very good condition.
2 800 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Bronze
Width: 23,5 cm
Height: 63 cm
Depth: 20,5 cm
Reference (ID): 1738470
Availability: In stock
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