Of yosegi (jointed) construction, standing serenely on lotus dais above stepped base with simple circular mandorla, the Buddha draped in crisply folding robes with fine gilt, the right hand raised in reassurance and welcome, the left hand lowered in a wish-granting gesture. Height 63.5 cm.

Damages, repair, loose part of the base.

Alkuperä - Provenienssi

From the Collection of Elsa (1910-2003) and Cyril Holm (1894 – 1960), Stockholm. The couple shared a passion for art, Chinese antiques and philosophy, they were active in creating their collection and decorating their villa in Danderyd up until 1960. Thence by descent.

Näyttelyt

Compare an amida buddha sold with Christies, 10 sept - 1 Oct. 2020 | Auction sale 19805.
Crafted Landscapes: The Ankarcrona Collection of Japanese Lacquer and Asian Works of Art. Lot 1.

Muut tiedot

The sculpture represents Amitabha, known in Japanese as Amida Nyorai, Buddha of Infinite Light. The Pure Land (Jodo) tradition in Japan emphasises the salvific powers of Amida; incantation of the Buddha’s name can invite divine intercession and devotion in life can insure rebirth in Amida’s Western Paradise. By the early eleventh century, it was increasingly believed that only the compassion of Amida could override the cycle of rise, decline and fall––the concept of mappo, meaning the end of the Law that would devolve into ten millennia of moral degradation and strife. By Japanese calculation, this would coincide with the year 1052.

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