105. Guardi in celestial
Museum collection

CELESTIAL GUARDIAN

Madera de ébano, dorada.

Image of one of the guardians of Buddhist temples corresponding to the dharmapalas. The figure sits on a rocky-looking throne, in lotus flower position, and raises his right arm menacingly. I.C.F. / Extracted from: Isabel CERVERA FERNÁNDEZ: Fundación Rodríguez-Acosta. Asian Art Collection. Granada, 2002.

Chronology: 19th century JAPAN
Dimensions: 16.2 x 8 cm

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