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Edo-Period Wooden Senju Kannon — Gilt Polychrome Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshvara
Edo-Period Wooden Senju Kannon — Gilt Polychrome Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshvara
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This Edo-period wooden sculpture depicts Senju Kannon, the Thousand-Armed manifestation of the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Carved in wood and finished with traces of gilding and polychromy, the figure stands upon a lotus base and is framed by an elaborate mandorla.
Senju Kannon embodies boundless compassion, symbolized through multiple arms that reach in all directions to alleviate suffering. Sculptures of this scale were created for temple halls and major devotional settings, serving as focal points for ritual and contemplation.
Wear, surface losses, repairs, and patina are consistent with age and prolonged devotional use, affirming authenticity as a historic religious sculpture.
Who is this deity?
Senju Kannon, also known as Thousand-Armed Avalokiteshvara, is revered for infinite compassion and the power to aid all beings.
Collector Relevance
Large-scale Senju Kannon sculptures are increasingly scarce on the market. This example offers strong iconographic clarity, imposing presence, and significant collector and institutional appeal.
Collector’s Resonance
This sculpture resonates with collectors and institutions seeking objects that embody compassion, ritual gravity, and centuries of devotional history.
Condition
Wear, losses, repairs, and patina consistent with age.
Dimensions & Weight
Total height approx. 104 cm
Figure height approx. 64 cm
Approx. weight 5.6 kg
Confidence & Verification Notes
Descriptions are based on visual and stylistic analysis. No inscriptions or documentation accompany the piece. All statements are provided in good-faith scholarly language.
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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