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Japanese antique wooden Buddha statue/Acala/Late Edo period/19th century

$1,200

£919.65

€1,056.98

CA$1,685.46

A$1,886.34

CHF 987.43

MX$22,915.61

NOK 12,537.87

SEK 11,831.62

DKK 7,886.94

About the Item

This is a statue of Fudō Myōō (Acala), believed to have been created in Japan during the late Edo period, specifically in the year 1804. On the back, there is an ink inscription that reads “Seikōzan Shinpuku-ji,” which is thought to refer to a temple that once stood in Kawasaki City, Kanagawa Prefecture. It is believed that this statue was originally housed in that temple. Fudō Myōō is the central figure among the Five Wisdom Kings (Godai Myōō) in Esoteric Buddhism, depicted with a wrathful expression to protect the Buddha’s teachings. He holds a sword in one hand and a rope (kensaku) in the other—symbols used to cut through worldly desires and guide sentient beings toward the righteous path. His fierce expression is not one of hatred, but rather a manifestation of compassionate determination to dispel confusion and delusion. As a reference photo, we have posted a photo of a wooden statue of Acala from the Heian period, which is an Important Cultural Property of Japan. However, the temple in which this statue once resided, Shinpuku-ji, was dismantled during the anti-Buddhist movement of the early Meiji era known as Haibutsu Kishaku. This movement was part of the government’s policy to separate Shinto and Buddhism and led to the destruction of many temples and Buddhist artifacts across the country. It is highly likely that this Fudō Myōō statue was removed by temple parishioners or others connected to the temple in an effort to preserve it from destruction during this turbulent period. The statue does not appear to be the work of a famous Buddhist sculptor, but rather was likely carved by a local monk, temple carpenter, or village artisan. It possesses a modest, approachable expression and a rounded form that conveys a quiet warmth. Despite its simplicity, the carving of the facial features, robes, and overall proportions reflect a sincere devotion and skilled hand, resulting in a piece with quiet emotional resonance. Originally, the statue would have held a sword and rope, and likely stood on a base or within a small storage box, though these components no longer remain. The figure alone survives. The surface shows signs of age, such as cracks, scratches, and areas of missing pigment, but these are testaments to its long history. There is no major structural damage or instability. Weighing approximately 2 kg, the statue is easy to handle and fits comfortably in small home altars or quiet corners of the room. Its charming yet dignified presence seems to gently accompany the hearts of those who behold it. Item No.: SC123 Weight: approx. 2kg The statue can stand on its own, but in the event of an earthquake or other disturbance, it may easily topple over. We recommend leaning it against a wall or placing it inside a display case for added safety. [We mainly sell old Japanese items. We've seen tens of thousands of items so far. Taking advantage of that experience, we are posting attractive items here. We are able to do this because we have a long experience. We introduce simple objects, tools used by common people, and objects used in temples that are different from the image of Japan that we have known up until now. We are rediscovering Japanese beauty that is unknown to the world, evaluating it, and disseminating it.]

Dimensions:

Height: 18.94 in (48.1 cm)Width: 7.49 in (19 cm)Depth: 5.12 in (13 cm)

Style:

Edo (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Wood,Hand-Carved

Place of Origin:

Japan

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1804

Condition:

Seller Location:

Sammu-shi, JP

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU5487245840342

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