{"product_id":"antique-kobo-daishi-statue-japanese-buddhist-monk-sculpture-wood-lacquer","title":"Antique Kōbō Daishi Statue: Japanese Buddhist Monk Sculpture, Wood \u0026 Lacquer","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a statue of Kōbō Daishi made of wood and lacquer. He is also famously known by the name 空海 Kūkai. Kōbō Daishi was a Buddhist monk from the early Heian period.\u003cbr\u003eHe traveled to Tang China to study esoteric Buddhism and, upon returning to Japan, founded the 真言宗 Shingon sect. He devoted himself to spreading Buddhism throughout Japan and left behind numerous achievements.\u003cbr\u003eSeated on a chair, holding a five-pronged vajra in his right hand and a rosary in his left, he is often referred to as “Shinnyo-sama” This is considered one of his most representative forms.\u003cbr\u003eThe back bears inscriptions including the reign year, but they are difficult to read clearly due to the piece's age.\u003cbr\u003eThough small, it possesses a commanding presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e□ Size: H 5.3in × W 5.1in × D 4.1in （about H13.5cm×W13cm×D10.5cm  ）\u003cbr\u003e□ Weight : 5.2oz (147g)\u003cbr\u003e□ Material : Wood, Lacquer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003econdition...\u003cbr\u003eIt is in good condition, but there are Scratches and peels and dirt due to aging.\u003cbr\u003eBut there is no major damage which is a problem for decorating.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe list antiques that sometimes have chips, rubbings and cracks\u003cbr\u003eas they are very old antiques so please check the images and understand the current\u003cbr\u003econdition before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wabisabi Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51515354448004,"sku":"24527","price":171.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0571\/6593\/8820\/files\/24527statue01.jpg?v=1770281313","url":"https:\/\/wabisabiantiques.com\/en-us\/products\/antique-kobo-daishi-statue-japanese-buddhist-monk-sculpture-wood-lacquer","provider":"Wabisabi Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}