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Important Edo Period Giltwood Seated Amida Nyorai with Gyokugan (Glass eyes) — 60 cm Temple-Style Buddhist Statue
Important Edo Period Giltwood Seated Amida Nyorai with Gyokugan (Glass eyes) — 60 cm Temple-Style Buddhist Statue
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A serene giltwood seated Amida Nyorai presented at an altar-scale height of approximately 60 cm. This statue embodies the quiet authority of Japanese Buddhist sculpture—stillness, proportion, and a surface glow designed to hold light in dim interior spaces.
Identified as Amida Nyorai (Amitabha) based on the seated Buddha form, devotional context, and the visual conventions typically associated with Pure Land imagery. This identification reflects informed iconographic reading rather than inscriptional confirmation.
Seated Amida images are among the most psychologically powerful forms in Japanese Buddhist sculpture. They are not “dramatic” in the worldly sense — they persuade through stillness. In Pure Land practice, Amida represents the vow that compassion is not conditional; it answers, repeats, and returns.
The base and overall proportions read as altar-forward rather than merely decorative. At this size, the statue occupies the line between private devotion and small-temple placement, making it a serious anchor for a collection focused on Japanese Buddhist iconography.
For collectors and institutions, Amida images represent one of the most central devotional types in Japanese art: a figure of refuge associated with Pure Land practice and the promise of compassionate reception.
Who is this deity?
Amida Nyorai is the Buddha of Infinite Light and Infinite Life, revered in Pure Land Buddhism. Amida devotion centers on compassion, reassurance, and the aspiration for rebirth in the Western Paradise. Explore our reference pages: Buddhist Statues / Japanese Buddhist Statues / Amida Nyorai Guide.
Collector relevance
At approximately 60 cm, this piece sits in a premium “altar-anchor” category. It reads as a true devotional sculpture rather than a small decorative figure, with scale that supports both private altar placement and curated display.
Collector’s Resonance
This is for collectors who want stillness with gravity—an image that changes a room’s emotional temperature. If your collection favors Pure Land iconography or calm monumental presence, this statue belongs at the center.
Measurements
- Height: approx. 60 cm
- Width: approx. 26.7 cm
- Depth: approx. 20.0 cm
Condition
Age-related surface wear consistent with giltwood devotional objects. Please review images carefully for finish variation, minor abrasions, and small imperfections.
Confidence & Verification Notes
Period, materials, and identification are assessed from visual features and listing context. Final confirmation may require in-hand examination (construction method, joinery, substrate, and internal finish).
Return to the parent collection: Buddhist Statues Collection.
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.
If you have questions or wish to explore related works, please feel free to contact Japonista Concierge™ at any time.
