Buddhist Altar Stele with Twin Seated Buddhas - Sculpture Wood - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)
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An Edo period Japanese wooden Buddhist altar stele with two seated Buddhas on lotus pedestals flanking a central Nichiren‑type stele, gilded with wear, measuring 34 cm wide, 42.5 cm high and 15 cm deep, over 200 years old, original, unsigned, and sold with its integral stand.
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Japanese Buddhist altar stele composed of two seated Buddha figures on lotus bases, flanking a central pagoda-shaped stele. Each figure is backed by a mandorla halo carved with scrolling cloud motifs. The central stele is of Nichiren-type form; no inscription remains and the surface is entirely worn smooth with no legible characters.
The figures are seated on their original carved wooden lotus pedestals mounted to a stepped base. Gilding is present throughout with expected wear and loss on raised areas consistent with age and devotional use. The two figures show slight looseness and uneven alignment on their lotus bases, consistent with age.
The carved spherical element beneath the left Buddha shows surface wear and partial loss of carved definition, visible in close-up photographs. No other structural wood damage is observed.
The stand is integral to the sculpture and forms part of the original carved structure.
Offered in as-found antique condition.
Disclaimer
Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and condition assessment. This is an antique object sold in aged condition and shows wear consistent with age and use.
Any customs duties, VAT, or import taxes are the responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the shipping cost.
Returns are accepted only in cases of material misrepresentation. Normal age-related wear does not constitute grounds for return.
Japanese Buddhist altar stele composed of two seated Buddha figures on lotus bases, flanking a central pagoda-shaped stele. Each figure is backed by a mandorla halo carved with scrolling cloud motifs. The central stele is of Nichiren-type form; no inscription remains and the surface is entirely worn smooth with no legible characters.
The figures are seated on their original carved wooden lotus pedestals mounted to a stepped base. Gilding is present throughout with expected wear and loss on raised areas consistent with age and devotional use. The two figures show slight looseness and uneven alignment on their lotus bases, consistent with age.
The carved spherical element beneath the left Buddha shows surface wear and partial loss of carved definition, visible in close-up photographs. No other structural wood damage is observed.
The stand is integral to the sculpture and forms part of the original carved structure.
Offered in as-found antique condition.
Disclaimer
Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description and condition assessment. This is an antique object sold in aged condition and shows wear consistent with age and use.
Any customs duties, VAT, or import taxes are the responsibility of the buyer and are not included in the shipping cost.
Returns are accepted only in cases of material misrepresentation. Normal age-related wear does not constitute grounds for return.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
Yes
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Wood
Title of artwork
Buddhist Altar Stele with Twin Seated Buddhas
Dynastic Style/Period
Edo Period (1600-1868)
Signature
Not signed
Provenance
Private collection
Attribution
Original
Condition
Good condition
Sold with stand
Yes
Height
42.5 cm
Width
34 cm
Depth
15 cm
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