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Japanese Temple Buddhist Monk Samurai Juzu Prayer Beads Mala Rosary Necklace
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A truly magnificent and special work - this beautiful and exceptionally long string of Japanese hand-crafted natural wood (perhaps Rosewood) Buddhist Juzu mala beads. These rosary-type large prayer bead necklaces were used by Buddhist monks in temple prayers/rituals and worn by Samurai as amulets of protection. During the Edo period, Buddhist priests/monks and samurai warriors used to wrap the beads around their bodies and use the beads in their worshipping and meditation ceremonies. After reading the sutra once, one bead would be moved (some sects used them instead of wooden tally counters). It would take a tremendous amount of intense concentration and physical stamina to read the sutra while holding and counting/moving each individual prayer bead as well as a copious amount of time to move all the prayer beads to complete the sutra cycle. We have not come across another set of Juzu beads quite like this set in sheer length and scope. As such, quite a rare piece.
This particular work features a wonderful, naturally organic patina acquired from years of handling and use. It radiates in the light.
This work dates back to the Edo period (1603 -1867).
As not many of these lengthy Juzu bead necklaces survive today this work would clearly make a great addition to any Japanese/ Asian art or artifacts collection or eye-catching stand-alone Buddhist accent piece in about any setting.
Truly a special work.
Approximately 23.5 feet (281 inches/ 715 cm) long when stretched out.
Rolled/folded shipping dimensions: 20" x 14" x 2".
- Dimensions:Height: 20 in (50.8 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Edo (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 1700s-Early 1800s
- Condition:In very good vintage condition with natural, organic wear consistent with age and use ( some cracking and slight loss. Please see photos). Very special and unique overall.
- Seller Location:Studio City, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2254332218932
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