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161 | A LARGE AND RARE TRAVELLING SHRINE (ZUSHI)
WITH FUDO MYO-O
Japan, 18th to 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)

The rectangular shrine constructed with double hinged doors to reveal an elaborately
constructed multi-stepped throne, in polychrome pigments and rich gold lacquer, on which a
polychrome wood figure of the Buddhist deity Fudo Myo-o (“The Immovable”, corresponding
to Acala in Sanskrit) sits. Fudo Myo-o is represented characteristically with the Garuda flame
behind him and holding a sword and lariat in his hands, his face showing a fierce expression
with finely crafted features. The exterior covered in black lacquer with fittings of gilt brass and
the top with a loop.
HEIGHT total 45 cm

Condition: Good, worn condition. The exterior with some wear to lacquer and losses to some
of the brass fittings. The interior with minor overall wear and scattered losses. The right hand
of Fudo Myo-o and sections of the flame are re-attached (completely original!).
Provenance: US private collection.
Estimate EUR 3,000
Starting price EUR 1,500

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