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KOSHO (1534-1621)
A large wood figure of the Bodhisatva Jizo
Momoyama (1573-1615) or Edo (1615-1868) period, late 16th/early
17th century
Of yosezukuri (joined-block) construction, the figure shown seated half
pendant on an elaborate rock base, the left hand holding a sacred
jewel and the right with a staff and finished in pigments and gold
lacquer, the eyes inlaid in crystal, the interior signed Kosho Daibusshi,
and inscribed with the address of the sculptor’s workshop and the
858 name of the donor who commissioned the work
$10,000 - 15,000

A native of Kyoto and chief sculptor to the Toji Temple, Kosho seems
to have been active primarily as a restorer of Buddhist statuary; new
works from his hand are rare.

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A CARVED BAMBOO BRUSH POT
Edo period (1615-1868), 19th century
The cylindrical pot carved on the surface with lous leaves, bids and
blossoms in low relief, with illegible seal
6in (15.2cm) high

$2,500 - 3,500
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A JIZAI KAGI (WOODEN KETTLE HANGER)
Taisho (1912-1926) or Showa (1926-1989) era, early 20th century
The hanger carved from a single block of cypress wood and with a
“roof” structure, rich patina and grooves formed in the crook from
contact with the rope, with a modern stand
19in (48.2cm) high

$2,500 - 3,500

Provenance
Previously sold, Christie’s, New York, March 20, 2007, lot 143.

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