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Monumental Three-Way-Opening Gold Butsudan — Grand Guden-Style Architectural Sanctum with Makie-Style Black Lacquer & Gilded Interior (Approx. 208 cm H / 132 cm W) — Temple / Estate Installation Class
Monumental Three-Way-Opening Gold Butsudan — Grand Guden-Style Architectural Sanctum with Makie-Style Black Lacquer & Gilded Interior (Approx. 208 cm H / 132 cm W) — Temple / Estate Installation Class
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Curatorial Overview
This is a monumental butsudan conceived as domestic Buddhist architecture—an inhabitable interior sanctuary designed for permanent placement and long-term ritual continuity. The three-way opening (sanpō-biraki) transforms the closed architectural shell into a fully exposed gold sanctum, legible across the room as a room-within-a-room.
At approximately 208 cm in height and 132 cm in width, this altar belongs to the installation class: estate-scale domestic chapel, temple annex, or dedicated sanctuary room. The black lacquer exterior withdraws into architectural restraint, while the interior opens into a radiant gold field organized around a disciplined central axis.
Because this is oversize shrine architecture, freight-only logistics with professional crating is mandatory. Proper stewardship prioritizes door alignment protection, corner impact control, and vibration-managed transport.
Dimensions
- Width: approx. 132 cm (door opening width approx. 128.5 cm; lower width approx. 131 cm)
- Total height: approx. 208 cm (front-panel reference approx. 203 cm)
- Depth: approx. 92 cm
- Scale class: Monumental / installation grade
Condition
Light wear and some surface soiling consistent with lived domestic stewardship. Stewardship priorities include door alignment protection, corner impact protection, vibration-managed transport, and stable environment care for lacquer and gilt surfaces.
Collector’s Resonance
This is for stewards who want an altar that behaves like architecture—something that reorders a room into a sanctuary. The three-way opening turns the act of opening into a reveal of an interior world, making the sanctum legible to the entire room and capable of holding decades of ritual continuity.
Confidence & Verification Notes
- Three-way opening and monumental dimensions support installation-class classification.
- Material descriptions are category-typical and conservative (wood body; lacquer exterior; gold sanctum interior).
- Condition includes light wear/soiling; verify door alignment and base stability at intake.
- Dating posture is conservative and stylistic only; no period claims asserted without documentation.Materials & Craft
- Wood construction (structural body)
- Black lacquer exterior finish
- Gold interior surface treatment
- Relief ornament and metal fittings at structural and visual nodes
Shipping & Logistics (Cargo-Only)
Due to height, mass, and architectural fragility, this altar is designated for cargo-only logistics with professional crating.
- Japan domestic transport:
- Export crating & handling:
- International ocean LCL freight:
- US port + clearance + inland delivery:
- Total estimated US landed cost: ≈ $9,500 – $11,330 USD
Oversize handling estimates: net 160–240 kg; crated 280–420 kg; crate approx. 235 × 155 × 125 cm. Liftgate or pallet delivery and a placement crew are recommended.
HS Code Guidance
- Primary HS code: 9403.60 (Other wooden furniture)
- Alternates used by brokers: 9403.89; 4420.10
Final HS selection should be confirmed with the customs broker at time of shipment.
Cargo Shipping & Handling Notice
Due to the final packaged weight and/or dimensional requirements of this piece, standard parcel services such as Japan Post EMS, DHL, FedEx, or UPS are not applicable. This item will be shipped via cargo or freight-based shipping methods.
Cargo shipments require additional preparation time to ensure proper handling, which may include custom crating, reinforced packing, coordination with domestic logistics providers, and scheduling with international freight consolidators and export brokers. As a result, estimated delivery timelines typically range from 6 to 10 weeks, depending on routing, carrier availability, and customs clearance procedures in the destination country.
Please note that actual shipping costs may differ from automated shipping calculator estimates. By default, a portion of the expected shipping cost may be reflected in the listing price. Any difference or discrepancy will be quoted separately once destination, delivery method, and handling requirements are confirmed.
We kindly ask that collectors contact us prior to purchase to request an exact, customized shipping quotation for their destination. This ensures full transparency and allows us to arrange the most appropriate, secure, and efficient shipping solution for this piece.
Thank you for your understanding and patience as we take the necessary care to deliver this work safely.
Authenticity & Stewardship
Evaluated under the Japonista Authentication Framework™:
- Material, carving, and surface-study comparison
- Iconographic and stylistic verification
- Condition and stability review (surface integrity)
- Construction assessment and handling-risk evaluation
Guaranteed 100% Authentic. Covered by the Japonista Lifetime Authenticity Warranty™.
A Note on Stewardship and Collecting
At Japonista, we approach Buddhist statues, sacred images, and ritual objects not merely as collectibles, but as cultural and spiritual artifacts deserving of respect, understanding, and careful presentation. Every piece we offer is thoughtfully examined, researched, and curated with sensitivity to its origin, meaning, and historical role.
Our role is not only to offer access to rare and meaningful objects, but to serve as responsible custodians—connecting the right works with collectors who value depth, intention, and authenticity.
Inquiries, Availability, and Private Consideration
Some of the cultural and heritage works may allow room for discussion, while others are held firmly due to rarity, condition, or cultural importance. All inquiries are reviewed personally and discreetly, and we welcome thoughtful questions or expressions of interest.
If you are exploring a particular theme, deity, lineage, or period—or seeking guidance in building a focused collection—our concierge team is always available to assist with quiet expertise and care.
Concierge Support & Collector Guidance
Japonista Concierge™ provides personalized assistance for collectors seeking deeper understanding, thoughtful acquisition, or long-term curation strategies. Whether your interest is devotional, scholarly, or aesthetic, we are here to help guide your journey with clarity and respect.
For select high-value or historically significant works, private reservation or structured payment arrangements may be available on a case-by-case basis. Please reach out to discuss eligibility and discreet options.
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A Closing Note
Thank you for exploring Japonista’s collection of Oriental Cultural Heritage and arts. We are honored to share these meaningful works and to help place them where they may continue to be appreciated, studied, and respected.
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