{"product_id":"antique-japanese-late-edo-early-meiji-zushi-kannon-buddhist-shrine-wo654","title":"Antique Japanese Late Edo–Early Meiji Zushi Kannon Buddhist Shrine – WO654","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"768\" data-start=\"606\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis is an antique Japanese miniature Buddhist \u003cstrong data-end=\"662\" data-start=\"653\"\u003ezushi\u003c\/strong\u003e (portable shrine), dating from approximately the late Edo to early Meiji period, around the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1089\" data-start=\"770\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe exterior of the shrine is made of wood and finished in black lacquer. The double doors are fitted with finely decorated copper-alloy hardware, including ornate hinges and a decorative front clasp. The interior is finished in a warm gold-colored surface, creating a striking contrast with the black lacquer exterior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1308\" data-start=\"1091\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eInside is a small standing Buddhist figure which appears to represent \u003cstrong data-end=\"1218\" data-start=\"1161\"\u003eKannon Bosatsu (Avalokiteshvara), possibly Shō Kannon\u003c\/strong\u003e. The figure stands on a lotus-form pedestal and is backed by a simple mandorla-like form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1593\" data-start=\"1310\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe exact material of the Buddhist figure is uncertain. From its hard, matte surface and the appearance of exposed areas, it appears more likely to be made from a hard molded clay or earthen material rather than carved wood, although this cannot be confirmed with complete certainty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1725\" data-start=\"1595\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe lotus-petal section of the pedestal appears to be made of brass or another copper alloy, while the lower base is made of wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2005\" data-start=\"1727\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe shrine shows attractive age-related wear throughout, including surface rubbing, scratches, small chips, oxidation and patina to the metal fittings, and wear to the interior gilded surface. These characteristics are consistent with its age and long history of devotional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2036\" data-start=\"2007\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"49\" data-start=\"40\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.3 × 5.5 × 4 cm \/ 4.84 × 2.17 × 1.57 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2056\" data-start=\"2038\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2049\" data-start=\"2038\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2052\" data-start=\"2049\"\u003e80 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- End: AuctivaCounter --\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e.aucCounter a { text-decoration:none; }.aucCounter span:hover { text-decoration:underline; }.aucHiddenCounter { display:none; }.aucCounterOrangeText { color:#FB6D05; font-family:Arial; Font-size:13px; Font-weight:bold; }.aucCounterBlueText { color:#0068ac; Font-family:Arial; Font-size:11px; }\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"koedo-sun-art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":71402471883005,"sku":"WO654","price":427.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/0774\/4253\/files\/57_b4fddf6e-aed3-40d4-bc55-1daf84879e57.jpg?v=1790579448","url":"https:\/\/koedo-sun-art.com\/en-ca\/products\/antique-japanese-late-edo-early-meiji-zushi-kannon-buddhist-shrine-wo654","provider":"koedo-sun-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}