This is a standing statue of Kannon Bodhisattva by Misawa Hiroshi. Made from cast iron, the statue has a tarnished look, but still exudes a lovely atmosphere. The box is inscribed with 三沢寛 Misawa Hiroshi 昭和19年 Showa 19 聖観音像 Shōkan'non-zō (Statue of Kannon Bodhisattva). Showa 19 is the year 1944, 81 years ago. The base of the lotus bud is slightly bent, but the statue is otherwise in good condition. Misawa Kan was a sculptor of bronze statues and Kannon Bodhisattva who was active in the early Showa period. The Seikanzeon Bosatsu statue represents Kannon Bosatsu (also known as Kannon Bodhisattva), a key figure in Mahayana Buddhism symbolizing compassion. Kannon, often called "the one who hears the cries of the world," is revered for her ability to assist sentient beings in distress. The Seikanzeon form is one of the most basic and commonly depicted representations of Kannon. Key features of Seikanzeon Bosatsu statues: Pose: The Seikanzeon Bosatsu typically appears with one face and two arms, often holding a lotus or a water jar, with a calm and serene expression. Attire: The figure is adorned with traditional bodhisattva ornaments like crowns, bracelets, and necklaces, and dressed in elegant robes. These decorations symbolize that the bodhisattva has not yet attained full Buddhahood and remains engaged with the world. Significance: Seikanzeon is especially revered for responding to the suffering of all beings, in line with her name meaning "the one who perceives the sounds of the world." She is a beloved figure for those seeking solace in times of trouble. In Japan, Kannon Bosatsu has been an important object of devotion since the Nara and Heian periods, with many statues and temples dedicated to her. Seikanzeon statues hold significant artistic and spiritual value, particularly in the sculpture traditions of the Heian and Kamakura periods, and can be found in famous sites such as Horyu-ji and Sanjusangen-do. Height: 48.5 cm Width: 13.0 cm Depth: 13.5 cm Weight: 6.35 kg Condition: The overall condition is not bad, but the base of the flower held in the left hand is broken. There are also small scratches, stains, scuffs, dirt, discoloration, and rust. This is a delicate item, so please handle with care. We have posted many photos, so please take a look. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 101521401024