Description A GOLD LACQUERED SHRINE WITH TWO SEATED BUDDHAS FLANKING A BUDDHIST STELE, LATE EDO
Japan, c. 1750-1850, Edo period (1615-1868)
The two Buddhas both seated in padmasana on double lotus bases with the hands showing the namaskara mudra. They are wearing long flowing robes opening at the chests and their hair intight curls, their faces meditative with downcast eyes. Cloudy mandorlas rise behind each of them.
The Buddhas flank a Buddhist stele with remains of manual lacquer inscriptions in the front, mostly faded. The Buddhas and stele are supported by a rocky outpost with crashing fungus-shaped waves in the front, supported by a broad hexagonal throne.
HEIGHT 30.5 cm, WIDTH 26.5 cm
Condition: Minor flakes to the lacquer, wear, but overall excellent original condition.
Provenance: American East Coast private collection.