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Muromachi-Period Wooden Amida Nyorai — Gilt Polychrome Seated Buddha Sculpture

Muromachi-Period Wooden Amida Nyorai — Gilt Polychrome Seated Buddha Sculpture

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This Muromachi-period wooden sculpture depicts Amida Nyorai seated in meditative posture upon a lotus base and framed by a carved mandorla. Traces of gilding and polychromy remain across the surface, lending warmth and historical depth to the figure.

Amida Nyorai occupies a central role in Pure Land Buddhism, symbolizing boundless compassion and the promise of rebirth in the Pure Land. Sculptures of this scale were intended as devotional focal points within temple interiors or significant ritual spaces.

Wear, patina, and surface losses are consistent with age and prolonged devotional use, affirming authenticity as a historic religious sculpture.

Who is this deity?

Amida Nyorai is the Buddha of Infinite Light, revered in Pure Land tradition as a guide toward enlightenment and compassionate salvation.

Collector Relevance

Muromachi-period wooden Buddhas of this size and compositional completeness are increasingly scarce. This example offers strong devotional presence, historical depth, and collector significance.

Collector’s Resonance

This sculpture resonates with collectors seeking objects that embody serenity, doctrinal meaning, and centuries of lived spiritual practice.

Condition

Wear, lacquer loss, patina, and surface abrasions consistent with age.

Dimensions

Approx. Height 62 cm

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.

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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.

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