Hōnen (法然) and Zendo Daishi statue – Hout, Lak – Japan – Meiji periode (1868-1912)

A Meiji period Carved, Gilded and Polychromed Hōnen (法然) and Zendo Daishi StatueHōnen (法然) (1133–1212): The Japanese founder of the Jodo-shu school. He is often referred to by the honorary title Shonin ("Saint" or "Venerable") or posthumously as Enko Daishi.Zendo Daishi (613–681): The Japanese name for the Chinese master Shan-tao (Shandao). Honen considered him his spiritual guide after reading Zendo's commentaries on the Meditation Sutra, which led to his focus on the exclusive use of the Nembutsu (invocation of Amida Buddha).Dimension: Height: 25,5 x Width 7,5 cm Statue height: 11,5 cmCondition: In good condition, accumulated dirt and wear, lacquer loss and small damages. One figure is missing it's feet. The pictures give more details about the condition. The lot is sold "as is".Shipping method: The items will be securely packaged and shipped with insurance.