Zushi shrine, sculpture, sitting priest, Japan, 20th c
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Very small shrine holding the figure of a priest sitting in a typical chair, a fly whisk or hossu in his hands. He possibly is Todai Gieki, the founder of the Toyokawa Inari temple (1441). The zushi is on the inside encased behind a glass pane. These kind of zushi are sold at the temple to the patrons and other visitors. Japan, Taisho or Showa era, 20th century.
H of case 4 inches.
Excellent condition. Certain weather types prevent the doors from fully closing.
Very small shrine holding the figure of a priest sitting in a typical chair, a fly whisk or hossu in his hands. He possibly is Todai Gieki, the founder of the Toyokawa Inari temple (1441). The zushi is on the inside encased behind a glass pane. These kind of zushi are sold at the temple to the patrons and other visitors. Japan, Taisho or Showa era, 20th century.
H of case 4 inches.
Excellent condition. Certain weather types prevent the doors from fully closing.
Enpukuzan Toyokawa, Myogonji is a temple dedicated to the eleven headed Kannon and Dakiniten. Most of these temples were rebuilt in the Meiji era or even later, hence many of the products of these temples are from modern times. Worshipers traditionally are merchants.