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Bishamonten, the Guardian of the North

Artist: Circle of Higo Busshi Jōkei

demonic figure standing on two subdued, grimacing demons, one of whom is looking up with bloodshot eyes; figure is standing with wide stance, PR arm raised to hold separate staff, PL hand open, with hole to hold separate golden spindle; demons mount onto base, and tabs on figure's feet insert into demons; separate halo with golden flames mounts to back

Date
late 13th century
In our collection
since May the 26th, 2014 up to now
Dimensions
18 13/16 × 9 × 6 9/16 in. (47.78 × 22.86 × 16.67 cm)
Location
G220
Medium
Japanese cypress wood with polychrome, cut gold-leaf, and inlaid crystal; metal
Price
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Composition
copper94%
atium6%