Auction: Asian Works Of Art - 2528BLocation: BostonDate / Time: December 03, 2010 9:00AM
Description:
Polychrome and Gilt-lacquered Wood Figure, Japan, 19th century, figure of Jizo Bosatsu seated atop a three-tiered pedestal, with a rectangular base with openwork panels supporting a carved mid-section imitating rocky mountains, and a gilt double-lotus throne, a circular aureole to the back, ht. approx. 30 in.
Estimate $500-700
The circular aureole to the back needs to be re-attached; flaking to the lacquered surface and losses