A carved wood sculpture of Bishamonten (Vaiśravaṇa) wearing armour, holding a pagoda and a trident, the face with a fierce expression bearing gyokugan (inlaid crystal eyes), with traces of lacquer and pigments.
Japan, 12th/13th century, Kamakura period.
Dimensions:
Figure: H. 74cm x W. 42cm x D. 25cm (29¼” x 16¾” x 10”)
Figure, spear and stand: H. 100cm x W. 42cm x D. 26cm (39½” x 16¾” x 10¼”)
Provenance: private collection, Tokyo, Japan
Buddhist Art
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A kakemono with the monk Hōnen
A kakebotoke
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Kakebotoke of Bishamonten
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