Japan, 19th century
Amida seated in dhyanasana atop a lotus throne raised on an elaborate tiered hexagonal base, carved with petals, cloud, and foliate designs. His hands are lowered above his lap and joined in mida no jouin (dhyana mudra). He is wearing a loose-fitting robe opening at the chest, cascading in voluminous folds, and decorated in gilt with floral and diaper patterns. His serene face with heavy-lidded downcast eyes below gently arched brows centered by a byakugo (urna), his full lips forming a subtle smile, flanked by long pendulous earlobes. His hair is arranged in tight curls over the domed ushnisha. The kohai (aureole) is elaborately carved in openwork with scrolling foliage around the central flowerhead.
Condition: Very good condition with minor wear. The aureole with a loss to the upper left.
Provenance: Hungarian private collection.
Weight: 314 g
Dimensions: Height 30 cm
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