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Fusaiji Temple: Pillar Sculptures
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Fusaiji Temple: Pillar Sculptures
JAPAN, Tokyo; Nanbokucho period (1336–1392), dated 1361; By Do 'en; Chlorite schist; H: 180 cm
The pillar is composed of six pieces of slate set on a hexagonal stone base. Their faces are carved in low bas-relief with images of the two door guardians and the Four Heavenly Kings. An inscription describing the work as by Do'en and donated by a benefactor in the year 1361 is to the left side of Virupaksa. This composition was listed as a National Treasure in 1953.
Each figure stands astride a rock and is backed by a flame-patterned nimbus. Above them are the traditional seven treasures. The right hand of Guhyapada, the so-called Hum warrior |
