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Antique Japanese Buddhist Wood Sculpture, Kobo Daishi
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Pre 1900 item# 1130357 (stock# pd369)
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Fantastic wood carving of Kukai or later known as Kobo Daishi, the buddhist monk who brought esoteric Shingon Buddhism back from China to Japan. He established the headquarters on the sacred mountain of Mt. Koya near Nara. Carved in the late EDO Period c. 1860's, the statue has 'gi yaman' or original glass eyes. Kobo Daishi sits in his regal monk posture holding a sutra scroll. His right hand once held glass prayer beads. He sits on a wood gold lacquered temple stand which is intricately ornate. The condition of Kobo Daishi is good with a bit of wear behind his head. See pictures. H:about 24cm; W: about 28cm. Ask for shipping quote.
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Antique Japanese Bronze Incense 'Koro' Censor
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Pre 1920 item# 1129656 (stock# pd371)
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Fascinating Taisho Period C.1920 tea ceremony bronze tripod incense censor. Almost art deco in design and feel. The Murashi-do bronze was dipped in hot oi at firing to create the mottled patinated colorings. The handles are elephant heads. The highlight of the piece is the very rare and exquisite square mouth and lid. The lid is adorned with a shishi lion which covers the hole the incense smoke wafts out of. Simply superb. To date we have never seen a square mouth incense koro. Ask for shipping quote. H:about 12cm; W:about 13cm
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Antique Japanese Dainichi Nyorai Wood Buddha Sculpture
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Pre 1900 item# 1129650 (stock# pd370)
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Esoteric Dainichi Nyorai buddha that stands for Vairochana - whom represents the cosmic life that surrounds us like the air we breathe. The proper name is Mahavairochana. His elaborately arranged hair is surmounted by a crown, and he wears jeweled ornaments. The remnants of which we can see on this buddha. He holds the wisdom mudra with the five fingers of the right hand wrapped around the left index finger. The buddha is from the end of the Edo Period C. 1860. The condition is excellent except for the head ornaments which are remnants. (see pictures)
Ask for shipping quote. H:about 30cm; W:15cm
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Antique Japanese Iron Tea Ceremony Tetsubin Kettle
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Pre 1920 item# 1124778 (stock# pd367)
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Very wabi sabi Taisho Period C.1920 iron tea ceremony tetsubin kettle used for making the green tea water. It is believed boiling water in these kettles confers on the participants long life. The kettle has characters in relief of a poem celebrating the mystical Horai Mountain in ancient China where the sages lived. It has the seal of Eirin, the foundry where it was made. Excellent condition, no leaks or cracks. Slight chip on the spout mouth or a firing scar, not sure which. Bronze lid with copper top. Ask for shipping quote. 26cm high ; 17cm wide.
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Antique Japanese Buddhist Temple Bronze Lantern C.1920
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Pre 1920 item# 1122697 (stock# pd365)
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Aesthically pleasing Taisho Period C. 1920 zen buddhist bronze temple altar lantern. It has an electric lighting source inside (must be re-wired which we can do upon request). The bronze is heavy bronze and the lines and shapely curves plus the hexigonal mid-section creates a wonderful atmosphere. The hinges and door latch are perfect and the lattice work is exceptional. A slight hole in one of the paper panels but can be easily repaired on request. H: about 44cm; diameter: about 19cm. Ask for shipping quote.
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Antique Japanese Buddhist Temple Bronze Water Dispenser
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Pre 1910 item# 1122383 (stock# pd358)
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Absolutely regal late Meiji Period C.1910 bronze buddhist temple water dispenser with dragon spout and Fu Dog lid. The diaper motif on the top of the body is hexigonal turtle shell sybolizing longevity. The handles are finely cast elephant heads with trunks. The dragon spout is in elegant detail and the spout opens and closes. The bronze has achieved a very beautiful green/blue patina with age and use. Stands about 25" tall and diameter of about 15". Ask for shipping quote.
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