Auction: September 19, 2021

Lot #161: Buddhist Shibuichi (Copper / Silver) and Gold Miniature Shrine / Zushi

Edo-Meiji period; body of shrine consisting of copper and silver alloy, having a small depiction of the deity atop shrine including details of gold with floral and aviary motifs throughout the shrine; the locking hinged doors open to reveal a classic depiction of the Japanese Buddhist deity known as Fudo Myo-O or Acala in Sanskrit; he is identified by a vajra (stylized lightning bolt) handled ken (double edged ritual sword) in his right hand and a loop of rope in his left (to cut through ignorance with wisdom and subdue demons); once fully opened, he is flanked by his two attendants on the inner side of each door, Kongara to his right and Seitaka to his left, also having gold details