Portable altar in black lacquered wood, opening with two doors revealing the Goddess Benzaïten , eight-armed guardian of Buddhist principles. Representedwith feminine features, she is known as one of the Seven Divinities of Good Fortune.
( On her head, behind the Shinto door, is Ugajin, the serpent with a head of an old man, spirit of rice, water and food).
( On her head, behind the Shinto door, is Ugajin, the serpent with a head of an old man, spirit of rice, water and food).
Japan, Edo period (1603-1868).
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Dimensions:Height: 18.11 in (46 cm)Width: 11.81 in (30 cm)Depth: 10.63 in (27.01 cm)
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Style:Edo(Of the Period)
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Materials and Techniques:Metallic Thread,PlasterWoodBronzed,CarvedLacquered
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Place of Origin:Japan
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Period:Late 18th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1790
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use.
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Seller Location:PARIS, FR
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Reference Number:Seller: LU8645236311672
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