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Portable shrine with Bodhisattva Kokuzo

Portable shrine with Bodhisattva Kokuzo

19th century

Japanese

The figure is the bodhisatva Kokuzo (Akashagarbha), seated on a lotus throne, holding as his attributes: a sacred jewel (chintmani) and a sword. Lotus patterns are painted over the gold on the doors.

Wood with gold and black lacquer, polychrome, and metal fittings
Eugene Fuller Memorial Collection
34.183
location
Not currently on view

Resources

Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, Going For Gold, November 3, 2012 - December 8, 2013

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