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Myōken Bosatsu portable shrine

 
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Title
Myōken Bosatsu portable shrine
Description
A portable shrine containing a wooden statue of Myōken Bosatsu (Sudṛṣṭi) wearing armor in the style of a samurai warrior. The figure's hands are crossed in front of its body and it stands atop a turtle. The cylindrical case is openwork ivory carved with a repeating swastika and floral pattern on the exterior, a symbol of welllbeing and prosperity in the Vedas.
Format Extent
1 wooden statue and 1 ivory case; Height of case: 13.3 cm (5 1/4 in)
Subject
Buddhism--Japan; Buddhist sculpture--Japan; Mahayana Buddhism; Woodwork--Religious aspects
Note
The bodhisattva Myōken is considered an incarnation of the North Star, the guardian of horses, and known for compassionate guidance. Myōken is also worshipped as the god of healing for eye diseases. Fractures in the statue have been professionally repaired.
Collection
Jim and Jeanne Pieper Collection, AR-010, A20
Donor
Jim and Jeanne Pieper
Type
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Geographic Location
Japan
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