Japanese Wood Guardian Figure, Muromachi Period
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Japan, Muromachi Period , ca. 1500. Figure of Seitaka-Doji (powerful boy) "Guard to the Buddha." Piercing glass eyes, separately-carved spear, and raised patterns on robe. Remains of polychrome. Original rock-work base. Purchased in Kyoto on Aug. 8, 1962 from K. Imai (see photocopy of receipt).
Ex: Estate of Diran Dohanian, distinguished art historian and Asian art specialist. Most of Professor Dohanian's collection was formed in the 1960s-70s, beginning when he was residing in India conducting research for his book, "The Mahayana Buddhist Sculpture Of Ceylon." He later developed a keen interest in Japanese and Chinese scroll paintings, a number of which are included here.
MEASUREMENTS
Height to top of spear: 25 inches / 63.5 cm
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$45 flat-rate shipping in the continental U.S. (insurance additional). International buyers please contact for estimate.
Ex: Estate of Diran Dohanian, distinguished art historian and Asian art specialist. Most of Professor Dohanian's collection was formed in the 1960s-70s, beginning when he was residing in India conducting research for his book, "The Mahayana Buddhist Sculpture Of Ceylon." He later developed a keen interest in Japanese and Chinese scroll paintings, a number of which are included here.
MEASUREMENTS
Height to top of spear: 25 inches / 63.5 cm
SHIPPING
$45 flat-rate shipping in the continental U.S. (insurance additional). International buyers please contact for estimate.
Condition
Good condition with reglued proper left forearm, small cracks and chips, and minor flaking. Overall very good condition.
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Japanese Wood Guardian Figure, Muromachi Period
Estimate $800 - $2,400
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