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Vintage Myoken God Wooden Sculpture in Zushi Cabinet - North Star Deity
Vintage Myoken God Wooden Sculpture in Zushi Cabinet - North Star Deity
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Discover the divine elegance of our handcrafted Myoken Bosatsu (Bodhisattva) statue, resplendent in its red and gold Zushi cabinet.
While it bears the marks of time with the absence of the sword, the exquisite facial details speak volumes of its majestic history. Myoken, revered as Sonshō-Ō, embodies the North Star's celestial spirit.
Intriguingly, this piece carries a dual heritage; it's believed to have served as a symbol of faith for hidden Christians, who saw the cross in its form, blending Buddhist tradition with covert Christian worship.
Embrace this fusion of spirituality and history with our Myoken statue, a figure once honored as the mighty God Emperor Zeus.
Origin | Japan |
Material | wood |
Age | Post 1940s |
Dimensions | 16.5cm / 6.49inch x L. 12.5cm / 4.9inch x W. 10.5cm / 4.1inch (Statue): H.12cm / 4.7inch |
Weight | 560g / 1.23lbs |
Condition | Good condition. The sword he held in his right hand was lost. There are some scratch and stains due to age. |
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![An open Japanese vintage Zushi cabinet displaying a 6.4-inch wooden sculpture of Myoken, the God of the Big Dipper, with a contrasting gold interior and red exterior.](http://antiquetozai.com/cdn/shop/files/zushi.jpg?v=1709268527&width=1445)
![A closed Japanese vintage Zushi cabinet with a vibrant red finish and ornate golden metalwork on the hinges and clasps, displaying traditional design elements.](http://antiquetozai.com/cdn/shop/files/zushi-closed.jpg?v=1709269079&width=1445)
![A close-up of a hand-carved wooden Myoken Bosatsu statue within a golden Zushi cabinet. The figure, depicted with a stern expression, is dressed in traditional attire with a helmet and holds aloft a missing sword, framed by a circular halo.](http://antiquetozai.com/cdn/shop/files/zushi-front.jpg?v=1709269169&width=1445)
![A wooden sculpture of a joyful figure seated cross-legged, with one arm raised and holding a ring, on a multi-tiered wooden base. The figure is carved with visible smiles and intricate detailing on the clothing and base.](http://antiquetozai.com/cdn/shop/files/zushi-side.jpg?v=1709269315&width=1445)
![A wooden sculpture of a seated figure with a helmet, pointing upwards, holding a curved object, showcasing detailed traditional attire and expressive craftsmanship.](http://antiquetozai.com/cdn/shop/files/zushi-side-right.jpg?v=1709269405&width=1445)