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Asian Art
Huo Pavilion
Huo Pavilion
Standing Jizō Bosatsu (Jizō bosatsu 地蔵菩薩, Skt: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva),
13th century
Japanese
Kamakura period, 1185–1333
2018-82 a-b
One of the most beloved deities in Japan, the Buddhist deity Jizō is believed to help free those in hell, guide the faithful to the Pure Land, and answer the prayers of the living for health, success, and children. In his left hand he holds a “wish-granting jewel” that allows him to aid people with their requests for salvation. His right hand holds a “six-ring staff” that, upon being struck on the ground, dispels worldly delusions. The sculpture’s head was carved from a different block of wood than the body; the hands and feet were also produced separately. The exquisite polychrome painting and cut gold decorating the statue are remarkably well preserved.
Information
Title
Standing Jizō Bosatsu (Jizō bosatsu 地蔵菩薩, Skt: Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva)
Dates
13th century
Medium
Wood and metal with color and gold
Dimensions
figure: 35 cm (13 3/4 in.)
h. with base: 46.5 cm (18 5/16 in.)
diam. of bottom tier of pedestal: 18 cm (7 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Museum purchase, Fowler McCormick, Class of 1921, Fund
Object Number
2018-82 a-b
Place Made
Asia, Japan
Culture
Period
Techniques
Subject
–ca. 1982 SEO Umeo 瀬尾梅雄 (born Osaka; New York, NY), sold to London Gallery (Tokyo, Japan).
Note: New York based dealer, who previously worked for Yamanaka & Co.
ca.1982–2018 London Gallery (Tokyo, Japan), sold to the Princeton University Art Museum, 2018.
Note: Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs, permit no. 1446.
