Bodhisattva Kannon Bosatsu – Hout, Verguld, Lak – Japan – 19th century

A late Edo period lacquered travel Butsudan (仏壇) with a wooden carved bodhisattva Kannon Bosatsu standing on a lotus throne. The depicted Kamakura-style Kannon, the Goddess of Mercy (Avalokiteshvara), is an extremely popular deity in Japan and is depicted with the right hand in a Vayu mudra (healing). The doors of the shrine are very nicely decorated with lotus flowers. The Kannon is beautifully highlighted in gilt and polychome paints. Dimensions: Kannon: H7,5 x W2 cmButsudan: H14 x W6 x D4,5 cmCondition: The Kannon is in good condition, the inside of the Butsudan has some dirt and incense staining, the metal halo has some damage. The Butsudan's exterior lacquer has some wear and minor damage. The lot is sold "as is". Shipping: The lot will be securely packaged and shipped with insurance.