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Old or Antique Japanese Wooden Figurine of a Buddhist Monk

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A Japanese wooden figurine of a Buddhist monk. In the form of a seated Buddhist monk. He holds a scroll in his left hand, and a mala/juzu (rosary) in his right hand. Part of the mala has broken off. Simply a great wooden figurine! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall fair, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: The prayer beads in his right hand have broken off. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Marks: Unmarked Measurements: Height: ca. 4 1/4 in. Width: ca. 3 3/8 in. Depth: ca. 3 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.25 in (10.8 cm)Width: 3.38 in (8.59 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 19th or Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The prayer beads in his right hand have broken off. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: DSA INV HO F221stDibs: LU1610228303752

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