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Edo Period Style Yosegi Wood Seated Senju Kannon — Large 63 cm Buddhist Statue
Edo Period Style Yosegi Wood Seated Senju Kannon — Large 63 cm Buddhist Statue
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Edo Period Style Yosegi Wood Seated Senju Kannon — Approx. 63 cm
A large altar-scale seated Senju Kannon carved in wood and presented in a joined-wood (yosegi-style) construction, measuring approximately 63 cm in height. This is a sculpture built for presence—quiet authority, layered carving, and a format that reads as devotional rather than decorative.
Multi-armed Kannon imagery is one of the most powerful visual languages in Japanese Buddhist art. The many arms symbolize compassion that can reach in countless directions—an icon of responsiveness and protection.
For collectors, scale changes everything. At roughly 63 cm, the figure enters a premium category where devotional objects overlap with serious art stewardship: stronger display authority, higher shipping/handling complexity, and deeper long-term relevance as a collection anchor.
Who is this deity?
Senju Kannon is the Thousand-Armed form of Kannon (Avalokiteshvara), a bodhisattva of compassion. The multiple arms represent the capacity to assist many beings at once—each hand a gesture of help, protection, or guidance. Explore our reference pages: Buddhist Statues / Japanese Buddhist Statues / Senju Kannon Guide.
Collector relevance
At approximately 63 cm, this work belongs to a premium “collection anchor” category. Scale amplifies emotional impact and display authority, and it tends to be the single piece that defines a room’s tone—ideal for collectors who curate around presence rather than quantity.
Collector’s Resonance
This is for the collector who wants compassion rendered as structure: not sentimental, but steadfast. If your collection favors icons that feel protective—pieces that quietly watch over a space—this Senju Kannon belongs at the center.
Measurements
- Height: approx. 63 cm
- Other dimensions: not provided (please review photos for scale)
Condition
Age-related wear consistent with carved wood devotional sculpture. Please review photos closely for surface variation, minor abrasions, small losses, and patina consistent with handling and time.
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.
Before Proceeding
We kindly encourage collectors to review our shop policies and house guidelines, available through the links in our website footer, which outline shipping, handling, and conditions specific to vintage, sacred, and collectible works.
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.
