A bronze sculpture of Dainichi Nyorai (Mahavairocana)
A bronze sculpture of Dainichi Nyorai (Mahavairocana)

PROBABLY MUROMACHI PERIOD (16TH CENTURY)

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A bronze sculpture of Dainichi Nyorai (Mahavairocana)
Probably Muromachi period (16th century)
Cast in sections, the deity shown seated in a cross-legged position, the hands forming the "knowledge fist" (chiken-in) gesture, the head adorned with a crown and arms with bracelet, the scarf and skirt arranged in stylized folds and draping across the lap
12in. (30.5cm.) high

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