Nyoirin Kannon

Japan

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The bodhisattva Kannon is represented here with Esoteric Buddhist attributes: his wish-fulfilling jewel and the wheel of Buddhist teachings. Carved into the base are female donors’ names; this votive offering to a temple may have been connected with the monthly jūkuya-kō ritual for the safe delivery of healthy children.

On view for rotations 1 and 2

Nyoirin Kannon, Wood with gold, gold leaf, lacquer,and crystal inlay, Japan

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Nyoirin Kannon, Wood with gold, gold leaf, lacquer,and crystal inlay, Japan
Nyoirin Kannon, Wood with gold, gold leaf, lacquer,and crystal inlay, Japan
Nyoirin Kannon, Wood with gold, gold leaf, lacquer,and crystal inlay, Japan

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